Description
This Shrimp Ramen is a quick and flavorful dish packed with juicy shrimp, rich broth, and chewy ramen noodles. With a perfect balance of umami, spice, and freshness, this homemade ramen is way better than instant noodles! Made in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that’s both comforting and satisfying. Garnish with a soft-boiled egg, green onions, and sesame seeds for an authentic touch!
Ingredients
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For the Broth:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional, for spice)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon miso paste (optional, for extra umami)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
For the Shrimp & Noodles:
- ½ lb (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 packs (6 oz) ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet)
Toppings (Optional, but Recommended!)
- 1 soft-boiled egg, halved
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup bok choy or spinach
Instructions
1. Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with paprika, black pepper, and soy sauce.
- Heat a pan over medium heat with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Make the Broth:
- In the same pot, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, sriracha, broth, miso paste, and rice vinegar.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and let cook for 5 minutes.
3. Cook the Noodles:
- Add ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add bok choy or spinach in the last minute of cooking to wilt.
4. Assemble & Serve:
- Divide noodles and broth into bowls.
- Top with cooked shrimp, soft-boiled egg, green onions, mushrooms, and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust sriracha for more or less heat.
- Gluten-Free: Use rice noodles instead of ramen and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Extra Flavor: Add a drizzle of chili oil or a spoonful of peanut butter for richness.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but broth can be stored in the fridge for 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Nutrition
- Calories: ~400 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 35g