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Saucy Ramen Noodles

A quick and customizable recipe for saucy ramen noodles made from scratch, featuring a bold and savory sauce with crispy tofu and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 140 grams dry instant ramen noodle cakes or any noodles of your choice Instant ramen noodles cook quickly and absorb sauce well.
  • 10 ounces extra firm tofu Use only extra firm tofu for the best texture.
  • Various veggies or mushrooms, sliced nicely Use whatever veggies are available.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth Using broth enhances the flavor.
  • 5-7 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1.5 teaspoons dark soy sauce Optional but adds color and flavor.
  • A few tablespoons corn starch For thickening the sauce.
  • 1-3 tablespoons sugar or liquid sweetener Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • Ground pepper to taste
  • Chili garlic sauce Add for extra kick.
  • Sesame oil
Toppings
  • Minced garlic For topping.
  • Chopped scallions For topping.
  • Sesame seeds For topping.

Method
 

Make the Sauce First
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, corn starch, sugar, rice vinegar, and any extra flavoring agents until fully dissolved. Set aside.
Cook the Noodles Slightly Underdone
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles for 2 to 3 minutes less than package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Cook the Tofu and Veggies
  1. In a hot pan, add oil and cook tofu pieces undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden. Add sliced veggies and stir-fry for another 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the Sauce
  1. Stir the sauce to redistribute corn starch, then pour it into the hot pan with tofu and veggies. Simmer while stirring for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened.
Add the Noodles and Finish Cooking
  1. Add the drained noodles to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes over medium-high heat.
Serve and Top It Right
  1. Serve immediately in bowls, topped with sesame seeds, scallions, and minced garlic, and drizzle sesame oil on top.

Notes

Press tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Use high heat for best results. Adjust sauce to your taste before adding noodles.