This Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen Recipe features a spicy and creamy coconut-based broth, infused with the flavors of Thai cuisine and quick-cooking ramen noodles for a quick and hearty meal. It's perfect for weeknights, customizable, and can be made in just one pot for minimal cleanup.
Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen
Ingredients:
- Coconut Milk: Use full-fat canned coconut milk for a rich and creamy texture.
- Soy Sauce & Fish Sauce: For umami depth and seasoning.
- Red Curry Paste: For spicy and aromatic flavors. If it's too strong, you can adjust the amount or add some curry powder.
- Instant Ramen Noodles: For quick cooking and convenience.
- Protein & Veggies: The recipe is versatile—feel free to add in your favorites like eggplant, tofu, ground chicken, pork, shrimp, or leftover chicken. Vegetables like spinach, bok choy, edamame, broccoli rabe, sugar snaps, or baby corn are also great additions.
- Chili Paste: Sambal oelek is suggested, but you can use any chili paste like gochujang.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- It's quick and easy, ready in just 20 minutes.
- The recipe is highly adaptable to your taste or what you have on hand.
- A rich blend of coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, and red curry paste creates a flavorful, creamy, and tangy soup base.
- It's a one-pot meal for easier cooking and cleanup.
Customization Options:
- Swap shiitakes for other proteins or vegetables as per your preference.
- For a gluten-free version, replace ramen noodles with rice noodles.
- Adjust the spice level with your choice of chili paste or by modifying the amount of red curry paste used.
Tips for Best Results:
- Balance the sweet and spicy flavors with a squeeze of lime for added acidity.
- If preparing ahead of time, cook noodles separately and add them when reheating the broth to avoid soggy noodles.
- Explore with add-ins and toppings to make the dish your own.
Preparation:
- Broth Base: Combine coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, and red curry paste in a pot to create your flavorful broth.
- Noodles: Add instant ramen noodles to the simmering broth for quick cooking.
- Add-Ins: Incorporate your chosen proteins and veggies into the broth.
- Final Touches: Adjust the seasoning with chili paste and lime juice for a perfect balance of flavors.
Serving Suggestion:
Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or scallions, and serve hot for a comforting and satisfying meal.
