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Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen

Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen

Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen is a delightful fusion of creamy coconut milk and vibrant Thai spices, making it the perfect dish for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy dinner on a rainy day. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this one-pot wonder that’s not only rich in flavor but also highly customizable to suit your tastes. Whether you prefer it mild or spicy, with tender vegetables or hearty proteins, this ramen can easily be adapted to please everyone at the table. Topped with crispy shiitake mushrooms, fresh herbs, and boiled eggs, each bowl promises a satisfying experience that will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

  • Toasted sesame oil
  • Shiitake mushrooms
  • Garlic
  • Fresh ginger
  • Chicken or vegetable broth
  • Ground turmeric
  • Brown sugar
  • Low sodium soy sauce
  • Fish sauce
  • Thai red curry paste
  • Unsweetened coconut milk
  • Instant ramen noodles
  • Lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: grate garlic and ginger; tear shiitake mushrooms.
  2. Sauté shiitakes in sesame oil until browned and crispy; set aside.
  3. Cook garlic and ginger in remaining sesame oil until fragrant; deglaze with broth.
  4. Add turmeric, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, curry paste, coconut milk, and lime juice; bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in ramen noodles; cook until tender (about 2 minutes).
  6. Serve topped with crispy shiitakes, sesame seeds, chives, chili oil, and boiled eggs.

Nutrition

Keywords: For vegan options, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit fish sauce. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of sambal oelek used. To prevent overcooking, consider cooking ramen noodles separately if not serving immediately.