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Published: April 13, 2020Updated: April 19, 2022Author: Jenn Laughlin

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This Spicy Vegetarian Ramen has a quick trick for a super tasty vegan broth that infuses the ramen noodles with oodles of flavor! Add all your favorite toppings and get ready to faceplant!

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This spicy vegetarian ramen has rocked my world!

Spiking the vegetable broth base with garlic, scallions, dried mushrooms, tomato paste , soy sauce, and sriracha leads the most amazing flavorful, savory broth for the noodles to soak in.

Feel free to keep things mild with just a dash of Sriracha or embrace the heat by adding extra, the spice level is up to you! My idea of perfection is 2 glorious spoonfuls. Start small, and add more as you go for a totally customizable heat level.

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Tasty Vegetarian Ramen Topping Ideas

  • fresh cilantro
  • sliced green onion (scallions)
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • chili garlic sauce
  • thinly sliced carrots
  • edamame (cooked + shelled)
  • baby bok choy
  • pan-fried or oven-fried tofu
  • bean sprouts
  • thinly sliced jalapeño
  • lime wedges
  • fried garlic
  • crushed red pepper flakes
  • jammy soft-boiled eggs
  • chili oil
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More Rockin’ Ramen Recipes

Pescatarian friends can whip up a fiery bowl of Sriracha Shrimp Ramen Soup or simply add sautéed shrimp to the spicy vegetarian recipe below.

Vegan friends, skip the optional soft-boiled egg topping for this recipe, or whip up my Spicy Sesame Ramen Noodles or Vegan Ramen Bowls with Edamame and Mushrooms.

Vegetarian Ramen

Serving 4 or more? Simply double or triple the recipe below! The noodles cook so quickly that you won’t spend any additional time making a larger batch.

Let’s get our ramen on!

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Spicy Vegetarian Ramen

This Spicy Vegetarian Ramen has a quick trick for a super tasty vegan broth that infuses the ramen noodles with oodles of flavor! Add all your favorite toppings and get ready to faceplant!

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Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Asian, Vegetarian

Keyword: Vegetarian Ramen

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Author: Jenn Laughlin – Peas and Crayons

Ingredients

FRIED GARLIC + CHILI OIL

  • ¼ cup avocado oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , thinly sliced
  • 1 TBSP sesame seeds
  • 1 TBSP crushed red chili flakes

TASTY TOPPING OPTIONS

  • thinly sliced jalapeño
  • edamame (cooked + shelled)
  • jammy soft-boiled egg (skip for vegan ramen)
  • chopped green onion and/or cilantro
  • baby bok choy
  • chili garlic sauce
  • see blog post for even more topping ideas

Instructions

  • First make the fried garlic in chili oil. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Once hot, add thinly sliced garlic and pan fry, stirring often, until garlic is just beginning to turn golden, approx. 3 minutes. Stir in sesame seeds and cook an additional minute until garlic is crisp and toasty. Carefully transfer mixture to a small bowl and add crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside.

  • Bring the same pot to medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil and add garlic, chopped green onion (whites only – save the greens for topping) and chopped dried porcini mushrooms. Sauté until fragrant, approx, 1 minute.

  • Add your broth, soy sauce, tomato paste, and Sriracha.

  • Simmer, covered, on medium-low heat for 10 minutes.

  • While the soup simmers, prep your choice of toppings.

  • Once your broth is fragrant and ready, strain by pouring through a fine mesh sieve/strainer and add back into the pot, removing the onion and dried mushroom bits.

  • Give the broth a little taste and further season if/as desired. A little extra Sriracha will add heat while extra soy sauce will add saltiness and umami. For a brothier, soup-like ramen bowl feel free to add an extra cup of broth and adjust seasoning to taste.

  • For a thicker ramen broth, cook your noodles directly in the simmering broth for approx. 3-4 minutes or until tender. For a thinner broth, feel free to cook ramen seperately and add before serving.

  • If you prefer any of the other veggies softened versus raw (sliced carrots or jalapeños for instance) you can absolutely add them to the broth to simmer/cook until tender as well! This soup is crazy easy to customize.

  • Ready to eat? Top ramen and broth with a drizzle of chili oil and add all your favorite toppings and feel free to check out the blog post for even more topping ideas! Enjoy!

Notes

Spice lovers can add extra sriracha to taste, or control the heat with crushed red pepper flakes if desired. The optional jalapeño topping will also add heat for an even spicier ramen! I LOVE thinly sliced jalapeños on top of mine!

I can’t typically find fresh at my grocery store so I opt for the dried noodles from the International Foods aisle. I like to use about 4-6 oz noodles here but you can adjust this to taste.

My favorite ramen to use is a little less traditional, as it’s not fried and does not come with a seasoning packet. They’re labeled as KA-ME Curly Noodles and are a great healthier option for ramen bowls! They’re also pretty easy to find! I’ve found them at Publix, Target, and on Amazon.

Nutrition facts below are an estimate for the broth and ramen provided by an online nutrition calculator. Adjust as neededby adding nutrition facts for toppings chosen.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcal, Carbohydrates: 62g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 6g

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For absolutely *PERFECT* jammy soft boiled eggs, I used my friend Stefanie’s tutorial for Instant Pot Jammy Eggs.

After slicing, I drizzled the halved eggs with the fried garlic chili oil from my ramen recipe and topped them with black sesame seeds. Easy peasy!

Our Favorite Japanese Restaurant Inspired Recipes

On the appetizer front, we love making edamame every which way! My latest obsession is Sweet Chili Edamame with crushed red pepper flakes on top – delicious!

When it’s time for a date night dinner at home, we always default to make-your-own-sushi nights! I have a complete Homemade Sushi Tutorial with photos and you can even try your hand at the beloved Volcano Roll or Philadelphia Roll!

On the side dish front, I can’t enough of this restaurant-style Kani Salad which features cucumber noodles, imitation crab, fresh avocado, and a kiss of sriracha chili sauce!

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Jenn Laughlin

Hi! I’m Jenn and I’m here to help you eat your veggies! It'll be fun, painless, and pretty darn delicious as I teach you to plan your meals around fresh, seasonal produce with a little help from healthy freezer and pantry staples.

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FAQs

Are peas good in ramen? ›

In this spring-inspired vegetable ramen, fresh noodles and a white miso broth provide an extraordinary base for an array of delicious toppings, including peas two ways: English peas and pea shoots (the early stems and leaves of the plant).

What to add to ramen vegetarian? ›

Top with strained broth and desired toppings, such as carrots, bok choy, green onion, or seared tofu. Serve with chili garlic sauce (found here) for added heat. Best when fresh, though the broth can be stored (separately) in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and in the freezer for up to 1 month.

What to add to ramen to make it spicy? ›

Chili flakes, chili oil, or chili crunch will add the perfect amount of heat to ramen noodles. If using chili flakes, make sure to gently simmer the flakes in hot oil to coax out their spice. These leads to more dimensional flavor.

Can you add frozen peas to ramen? ›

Put the ramen noodles inches Add the frozen peas. Cook for 3 minutes. Drain the water. DO NOT USE THE SEASONING PACKAGE.

What are the peas Japanese eat? ›

Wasabi peas, or “wasabi mame,” are an extremely popular snack in their native Japan.

Do green beans work in ramen? ›

Add onion, carrots, celery, and green beans and saute until soft, 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, broth, and 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Add ramen, reduce heat, and simmer until noodles are tender, 3 minutes.

How healthy is vegetarian ramen? ›

Vegan ramen can indeed be a healthy meal when it's made from nutritious ingredients. The dish overall is well-balanced containing carbohydrates, protein, fibre, some healthy fats and a good amount of vitamins and minerals. As the vegetables are lightly steamed they hold on to their nutritional benefits well.

What is vegetarian ramen called? ›

In Japan, there is "野菜ラーメン" (Yasai Ramen) which is Vegetable Ramen. It's stir fried vegetables on top of ramen and one of the most popular variety of soup is Miso based and is called Miso Yasai Ramen.

Is there vegetarian spicy ramen? ›

Samyang Ramen Instant Noodles (Spicy Vegetable )

How do you upgrade instant ramen spicy? ›

Stir in Togarashi Chili Pepper or Chili Oil

For those of you who love a little extra kick in their ramen, Togarashi chili pepper is an easy way to spice it up. It can be sprinkled onto any dish to add that extra spice, and we especially love it mixed into ramen broth.

Can you put raw egg in ramen? ›

If you want to add a poached egg to Ramen, start by boiling your Ramen in 2 cups of water for 90 seconds. Then, stir in your seasonings and crack a raw egg into the pot of water. Place a lid on the pot, turn off the heat, and let it sit for 2 minutes to cook the egg and finish the noodles.

Why is buldak so spicy? ›

There are a few ingredients tucked into Buldak ramen that help create its signature heat. It's got ingredients like red pepper powder, black pepper powder, and paprika extract. Each of these fiery items creates a flavor where heat builds as you continue enjoying the chewy, stir-fried noodles and broth.

How do you add peas to ramen noodles? ›

Gently pull ramen noodles apart. Add to pot with boiling water; cook, stirring to prevent clumping, until almost al dente, about 1½ minutes. Add peas; cook until noodles are al dente and peas are tender, another 30 seconds.

What frozen veggies to add to ramen? ›

Ingredients: 1 chicken ramen package (keep the seasoning packet) 3/4 cup frozen vegetable mix (ours included peas, carrots, edamame, and corn)

Why add peanut butter to ramen? ›

Yep, peanut butter! It makes a brilliant addition to the noodle broth, making it silky and creamy. You only need a tablespoon to get a fantastic taste and creaminess, without overpowering the rest of the flavours.

What tastes good in ramen? ›

10 Ingredients to Spice Up Your Ramen
  • Sriracha. For those looking to add a different kind of kick in the form of heat, Sriracha is your option! ...
  • Peanut Butter. ...
  • Dried Seaweed. ...
  • Furikake. ...
  • Kimchi. ...
  • Miso Paste. ...
  • Soy Sauce. ...
  • Eggs.
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What goes good with ramen? ›

The best side dishes to serve with ramen are egg rolls, fried rice, shrimp fried rice, bok choy, chicken dumplings, chicken paprikash, crispy tofu, buffalo chicken dip, teriyaki chicken, Ling Ling potstickers, Narutomaki, kimchi, Chinese tea eggs, spicy cucumber salad, grilled fish and chicken tempura.

What foods to put in ramen? ›

Traditional ramen recipes use a wide variety of toppings, but here are some of the most common.
  • Tamago. “Tamago” is Japanese for “egg.” In ramen, they're usually either hard- or soft-boiled, but a chef might add a raw one to the soup while it cooks. ...
  • Chashu. ...
  • Menma. ...
  • Negi. ...
  • Seaweed. ...
  • Kamaboko. ...
  • Butter. ...
  • Rayu.
Sep 25, 2023

What protein is best with ramen? ›

You might add in a hard-boiled egg after cooking or crack an egg during boiling. Or grab already cooked smoked ham, cut into tiny slices and sprinkle onto your ramen post-cooking. Want to get fancier? Grill some chicken and slice and dice it.

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