Name: Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil (divided); 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable); ½ tsp ground turmeric; ½ tsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp sambal oelek (or other chili paste, more or less to taste (optional)); 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste; 1 can (14 oz/400 ml) unsweetened coconut milk (full fat); 1 tbsp lime juice; 9 ounces instant ramen noodles; 3.5 ounces shiitakes (torn); 4 garlic cloves (grated); 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger; Chili oil (for serving); Sesame seeds (for serving); Chopped chives (for serving); 4 boiled eggs (cooked for 7 minutes)

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen, a delightful dish that combines a rich, creamy broth with a hint of spice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe can be ready in just 20 minutes! With quick-cooking ramen and versatile Thai ingredients, you can easily customize it to your liking. This hearty meal not only satisfies your cravings but also warms your soul, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Ingredients

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3 tbsp toasted sesame oil (divided)
4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable)
½ tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp sambal oelek (or other chili paste, more or less to taste (optional))
2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
1 can (14 oz/400 ml) unsweetened coconut milk (full fat)
1 tbsp lime juice
9 ounces instant ramen noodles
3.5 ounces shiitakes (torn)
4 garlic cloves (grated)
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
Chili oil (for serving)
Sesame seeds (for serving)
Chopped chives (for serving)
4 boiled eggs (cooked for 7 minutes)

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by grating garlic and ginger and tearing shiitake mushrooms.
In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add shiitakes and cook until crispy; remove from pot.
Lower the heat and add more sesame oil along with garlic and ginger. Cook until fragrant.
Deglaze with broth, then stir in turmeric, sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, curry paste, coconut milk, and lime juice.
Bring to a boil and add ramen noodles; cook for 2 minutes.
Serve hot topped with crispy shiitakes, sesame seeds, chives, chili oil, and boiled eggs.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 186mg

Keywords: Customize your ramen by adding proteins like grilled chicken or tofu. For extra nutrients, incorporate vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers. Adjust spiciness by varying the amount of sambal oelek.