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Spicy Ramen Noodles Recipe

Published: Nov 20, 2019 · Modified: Jun 10, 2025 by Sujatha Muralidhar · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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SPICY RAMEN NOODLES

This Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe is our go-to whenever we crave Chinese-style food. This delicious vegan soup is light and takes under 30 minutes to prepare. Sauté tofu, add veggies and noodles, simmer, and serve hot. ENJOY!!

SPICY RAMEN NOODLES

Chinese flavors are becoming popular worldwide, and our family loves being part of this flavorful experience(check out this spicy Chinese chicken and spicy garlic noodles for more ideas.)

The best part of this spicy Ramen noodles recipe is that if you have all the ingredients on hand (easily found in grocery stores across the States), they come together effortlessly. Just combine them one after the other. That's it; a homemade Asian dinner is effortlessly ready in front of you.

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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • How To Make Spicy Ramen Noodles?
  • ♨️How To Adjust The Heat Level?
  • How To Store The Leftover?
  • FAQ
  • 📖 Recipe

Why You'll Love This Recipe

⭐️It is a super easy dinner to make without much strain.

⭐️A hands-free, cozy dinner.

⭐️A delicious and satisfying soup-based dinner.

Ingredients

  • Instant Ramen Noodles: Use any brand or flavored Ramen noodles. Discard the seasonings that come with the package.
  • Vegetable oil: You can use sesame oil for the classic flavors.
  • Tofu: I've used firm tofu for its extra chewy texture. Feel free to use your favorite. Drain the liquid from its package.
  • Fresh Garlic: Fresh garlic works best for this recipe, but minced garlic from a jar is also good.
  • Ginger: Adds tropical Asian flavors to the dish. Use fresh ginger, grated or thinly julienned.
  • Soy Sauce: I used light soy sauce for this recipe. If you use regular or dark soy sauce, adjust the salt accordingly.
  • Sriracha Sauce: If you prefer, you can substitute it with chili garlic sauce.
  • Brown sugar: Balances the spicy flavors. You can also substitute with honey.
  • Rice Vinegar: Brings authentic, classic flavors to the dish. If you don’t have it, you can skip using it.
  • Vegetable Broth: You can substitute it with water, chicken, or beef broth.
  • Veggies: I've used the combinations of broccoli florets, edamame, and zucchini. Feel free to swap with carrots, cabbage, leeks, green onions, and more.

How To Make Spicy Ramen Noodles?

  • Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cubed tofu and cook until golden on all sides (about 3-4 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  • Step 2: In the same pot, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Step 3: Stir in vegetable broth, soy sauce, sriracha, brown sugar (or honey), and vinegar. Bring to a rolling boil.
  • Step 4: Add ramen noodles and the veggies to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate them.
  • Step 5: Return the tofu to the pot and stir gently. Simmer for 1-2 minutes. If desired, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!

♨️How To Adjust The Heat Level?

These spicy Ramen noodles taste fabulous at a moderate heat level. However, you can adjust the heat by adjusting the Sriracha sauce in this recipe.

If you made this soup and feel it's spicy, add a blob of butter or coconut milk blob to reduce the heat.

Alternatively, to balance the heat, add a teaspoon of brown sugar. This will balance and enhance the taste of this spicy ramen recipe.

How To Store The Leftover?

The leftover spicy ramen noodles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days or in the freezer for approximately three months.

This is a freezer-friendly recipe. You can make it in large batches and store it in individual pouches. Then, you can reheat it whenever needed.

To reheat, add to a pan and boil on medium heat. You can also microwave it in a microwave-safe bowl for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

FAQ

Is this spicy Ramen noodles a vegan-friendly recipe?

Yes, this is a vegan recipe. Make sure to use vegan-friendly Ramen noodles, as most contain eggs, so check the packaging.


Can I use other types of noodles instead of instant ramen?

You can use other noodles, such as udon, soba, or even fresh ramen, and adjust the cooking time according to the package's directions. If possible, choose whole-grain noodles for this Spicy Ramen noodles recipe.

Can I substitute tofu?

If you’re not a fan of tofu, you can replace it with chickpeas or tempeh for a vegan protein option. Alternatively, you can add cooked chicken or shrimp.

What can I substitute for Sriracha sauce?

You can substitute it with Asian chili garlic sauce or use any hot sauce of your choice.

📖 Recipe

spicy ramen noodles

Spicy Ramen Noodles Recipe

Spicy ramen noodles recipe is easy and makes this delicious Chinese dish under 30 minutes. It is vegan and loaded with vegetables.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 Instant ramen noodles discard seasoning packets
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 14 oz firm tofu 1 block, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar /honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 3 ½ cups vegetable broth water/chicken broth
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup zucchini thinly sliced or spiralized
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional garnish
  • 2 tablespoon green onion chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the tofu and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in vegtable broth, soy sauce, sriracha, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar. And bing to a boil.
  4. Cook the noodles: Add the broccoli, zucchini, edamame, and ramen noodles to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate the noodles.
  5. Return the tofu to the pot and stir gently to combine. Let everything simmer together for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Increase or reduce the sriracha sauce's heat level. To balance the heat, add butter, coconut milk, or a teaspoon of brown sugar.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.
  • Reheat in a pan over medium heat or microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.

Nutrition

Calories: 683kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 5746mg | Potassium: 1466mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 2709IU | Vitamin C: 118mg | Calcium: 736mg | Iron: 12mg

Additional Info

Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Author Sujatha Muralidhar
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  1. veenaazmanov says

    May 22, 2020 at 11:32 am

    A healthy and a Happy meal for sure. I love all the combination to making this comforting Bowl of Noodles. My family to love it.

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar says

      May 23, 2020 at 8:07 am

      Thank you veena for your review. Glad your family liked it too.

      Reply
  2. Luci says

    May 22, 2020 at 11:44 am

    This spicy ramen noodle recipe is delicious! It has the perfect amount of spice and flavor! My family loved it and I can't wait to make it again!

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar says

      May 23, 2020 at 8:08 am

      Thanks you and happy your family liked this dish.

      Reply
  3. kim says

    May 22, 2020 at 12:20 pm

    What a great recipe! My whole family loved this. It was so easy and the best flavor!

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar says

      May 23, 2020 at 8:08 am

      Thank you, and great that your family it liked this recipe.

      Reply
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