Spicy Ramen is made with ramen noodles in a spicy garlic and ginger broth topped with seasoned ground chicken. Chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and mirin give this easy ramen plenty of bold flavor and heat.
I make this when I’m craving something warm and spicy but don’t want to spend all night cooking. The ground chicken makes it filling enough for dinner, and I can adjust the chili garlic sauce depending on how much heat I’m in the mood for.
Why I Love Spicy Ramen
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Ground Chicken: Makes the ramen hearty and filling.
- Soy Sauce: Adds salty, savory flavor.
- Sesame Oil: Adds a rich, nutty flavor.
- Chili Garlic Sauce: Gives the ramen its spicy kick. Garlic & Ginger: Add fresh, bold flavor.
- Green Onion: Adds mild onion flavor to the chicken.
- Mirin: Adds a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.
- Chicken Stock: Creates the flavorful ramen broth.
- Ramen Noodles: Use plain ramen noodles without the seasoning packet.
- Optional Toppings: Soft-boiled eggs, bok choy, scallions, and carrots are all great additions.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How To Make Spicy Ramen
1. Season the chicken. Mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, garlic, ginger, and green onion with the ground chicken.
2. Cook the chicken. Cook the seasoned ground chicken in vegetable oil until browned and cooked through.
3. Make the spicy broth. Cook the garlic and ginger in sesame oil, then add the soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, mirin, and chicken stock.
4. Cook the ramen. Add the ramen noodles and cook until tender.
5. Assemble and serve. Divide the ramen and broth between bowls, top with the cooked chicken, and add your favorite toppings.
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Adjust the heat: Use more or less chili garlic sauce to control the spice level.
- Don’t overcook the noodles: Ramen cooks quickly and can become soft if left in the broth too long.
- Use low-sodium stock: This gives you better control over the salt since the recipe also uses soy sauce.
- Prep everything first: Garlic, ginger, and the sauce ingredients cook quickly, so have them ready before you start.
- Add toppings last: Eggs, bok choy, scallions, and carrots are best added just before serving.
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Spicy Ramen
Spicy Ramen combines noodles, seasoned ground chicken, and a spicy garlic and ginger broth for an easy, flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Sesame Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Chili Garlic Sauce
- 1 Garlic Clove, Minced
- 1 Teaspoon Minced Ginger
- 1 Green Onion, Sliced
- 1 Pound Ground Chicken
- 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
For the Ramen
- 1 Teaspoon Sesame Oil
- 2 Garlic Cloves, Minced
- 1 Tablespoon Ginger, Minced
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Chili Garlic Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Mirin
- 4 Cups Chicken Stock
- 8 Ounces Ramen Noodles
Optional Toppings
- Soft Boiled Eggs
- Baby Bok Choy
- Sliced Scallions
- Matchstick Carrots
Instructions
For the chicken:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, garlic and ginger. Add the ground chicken and mix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat, add the vegetable oil and cook until browned and no longer pink, add in the sliced green onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
For the ramen:
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, and cook until fragrant stirring continually (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in the soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and mirin and stir.
- Whisk in the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Add the ramen noodles and cook for 6 minutes, remove from the heat.
- Portion the ramen and broth into 4 serving bowls, and top with the ground chicken and any other optional toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the chili garlic sauce to control the heat. Don’t overcook the ramen noodles, and add your favorite toppings just before serving.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1 BowlAmount Per Serving: Calories: 429Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1634mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 36g
