Quick and easy ramen noodles are filling and full of flavor.
Family-friendly ramen noodles come together with in a savory sauce that’s on the table in 20 minutes.
Keep leftover ramen noodles in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze them in a zippered bag for up to 4 months. Thaw in the microwave or a pan with a small amount of water on low heat until heated through. Serve leftover ramen noodles as a cozy soup by adding them to homemade chicken or turkey broth.
Sesame ramen noodles are perfect for meal prep! Portion out the cooked and cooled recipe into meal prep containers along with desired mixed veggies or cooked protein and store in the refrigerator for a tasty and filling workday lunch or quick dinner.
Sesame ramen noodles are a quick and flavorful recipe made with fresh ginger, garlic, and a savory spicy sauce—perfect for a cozy night in!
Sauce
1 ½ tablespoons less sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil½ teaspoon brown sugar or honey¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes or sriracha1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons rice vinegar
Boil ramen noodles 3 minutes or just until tender, drain well. Do not overcook.
While the noodles cook, whisk soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, water, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a 10-inch skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add ginger, garlic, and whites of green onions. Cook just until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
Add remaining sauce ingredients and ½ of the remaining green onions. Simmer for 1 minute.
Stir in ramen, cook 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Top with remaining green onions and sesame seeds.
Leftover protein can be added to make this a full meal.
Ramen noodles can be substituted with an equal amount of any other thin noodle.
Keep leftover ramen noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for 4 months.
Calories: 296 | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 1070mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 127IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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