Description
Spicy coconut curry ramen delivers a harmonious dance of bold Thai-inspired flavors and comforting noodle goodness. Creamy coconut broth mingles with fiery spices, promising an unforgettable culinary journey you’ll savor with every delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Seafood:
- 4 boiled eggs
- 3.3 ounces (94 grams) shiitake mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
Broth Ingredients:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 ounces/400 grams) unsweetened coconut milk
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons mild red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon sambal
Spices, Oils, and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Noodles and Garnish:
- 9 ounces instant ramen noodles
- Chili oil
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped chives
Instructions
- Prepare a fragrant base by grating garlic and ginger, and delicately tearing shiitake mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
- Create crispy mushroom garnish by heating sesame oil in a large pot, sautéing shiitakes until golden and developing a rich, caramelized texture. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside for later garnishing.
- Develop a complex flavor profile by reducing heat and introducing remaining sesame oil with grated aromatics. Allow garlic and ginger to release their intense essence for approximately one minute.
- Transform the pot into a vibrant curry landscape by deglazing with chicken broth, extracting caramelized remnants from the bottom. Incorporate turmeric, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, red curry paste, and sambal, creating a harmonious spice blend.
- Infuse the broth with luxurious creaminess by stirring in coconut milk, allowing the mixture to simmer and meld flavors into a velvety consistency.
- Cook instant ramen noodles directly in the simmering curry broth, ensuring they absorb the rich, spicy liquid and become perfectly tender.
- Assemble the dish by carefully ladling the aromatic ramen into serving bowls, strategically positioning crispy shiitake mushrooms, drizzling chili oil, sprinkling sesame seeds, and scattering fresh chives.
- Complete the presentation by halving soft-boiled eggs and placing them atop the ramen, adding a final layer of visual and gustatory complexity.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red curry paste and sambal amounts for personal spice tolerance.
- Swap protein options easily by using tofu, shredded chicken, or prawns instead of traditional toppings.
- Create vegetarian version by replacing chicken broth with vegetable broth and eliminating fish sauce.
- Enhance umami depth by adding a splash of miso paste or nutritional yeast during broth building stage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg