Description
Spicy coconut curry ramen delivers a bold fusion of Japanese and Thai flavors in one comforting bowl. Creamy coconut milk, fiery chili, and tender noodles create a perfect harmony that will transport diners to a world of culinary excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 9 ounces (255 grams) instant ramen noodles
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 ounces/400 grams) unsweetened coconut milk, full fat
- 3.3 ounces (94 grams) shiitakes, torn
- 4 boiled eggs (cooked for 7 minutes)
Seasoning and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons mild red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sambal or other chili paste (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Aromatics and Garnishes:
- 4 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided
- Chili oil, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for serving
- Chopped chives, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare aromatics by grating fresh garlic and ginger, then delicately tear shiitake mushrooms into bite-sized fragments.
- Sauté shiitake mushrooms in sesame oil over medium heat, allowing them to develop a rich golden-brown color and crispy texture. Remove and reserve the mushrooms for garnishing.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and introduce remaining sesame oil, infusing the pot with minced garlic and ginger. Stir continuously to prevent scorching and release their aromatic essence.
- Deglaze the cooking vessel with broth, using a wooden spoon to liberate caramelized remnants clinging to the pot’s surface. Escalate the liquid to a rolling boil.
- Incorporate turmeric, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, red curry paste, and optional sambal into the bubbling broth. Stream in coconut milk and brighten with fresh lime juice, allowing the mixture to reach a gentle simmer.
- Immerse instant ramen noodles directly into the fragrant liquid, cooking for approximately two minutes until they become tender and absorb the complex flavor profile.
- Artfully transfer the steaming ramen into serving bowls, cascading crispy shiitake mushrooms across the surface. Embellish with a drizzle of chili oil, sprinkle of sesame seeds, and delicate chive garnish.
- Crown each portion with a perfectly soft-boiled egg, creating a luxurious finishing touch to this vibrant coconut curry ramen.
Notes
- Elevate your ramen game with this flavor-packed, restaurant-quality dish that combines creamy coconut, spicy curry, and umami-rich mushrooms.
- Crisp shiitake mushrooms add a delightful textural contrast and deep, earthy flavor to the vibrant broth.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red curry paste and sambal, making this recipe adaptable to personal spice preferences.
- Cooking noodles separately prevents them from becoming soggy, ensuring a perfect al dente texture in your final dish.
- Fresh herbs and soft-boiled egg transform this simple ramen into a gourmet meal with minimal extra effort.
- Quick 20-minute preparation means you can enjoy a complex, restaurant-style meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg