Description
This Sesame Garlic Ramen Noodles recipe offers a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring instant ramen noodles coated in a savory sauce made from soy, oyster sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Enhanced with garlic, ginger, green onions, and a touch of heat from chili sauce, this easy skillet-cooked meal delivers a delightful balance of umami and spice perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Noodles and Sauce
- 3 (3-ounce) packages instant ramen noodles, flavor packets discarded
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili sauce (sambal or sriracha)
- 1/4 cup water
Flavoring and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 3 minutes, until al dente. Drain the noodles and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar if using, chili sauce, and water until well combined.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat the toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil starts to glisten, add the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Simmer the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet with the garlic and ginger. Let it simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens slightly, intensifying the flavors.
- Toss noodles in sauce: Add the drained ramen noodles to the skillet and stir well to coat them evenly with the sauce. Continue cooking and stirring for about 3 minutes until the noodles are heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Garnish the noodles by sprinkling thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top. Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- For added protein, consider topping the dish with a soft-boiled egg or cooked chicken slices.
- To make the recipe vegetarian, use a vegetarian oyster sauce or substitute with mushroom sauce.
- Instant ramen packets are discarded in this recipe to avoid excess sodium and artificial flavors.
- Toasting sesame oil prior to adding garlic and ginger enhances the nutty aroma significantly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
