10 Minute Spicy Ramen

10 minute spicy ramen: These Asian flavored spicy ramen noodles are ready in just 10 minutes using the most basic ingredients. Perfect for a quick and easy budget-friendly meal! 

Looking for more ramen recipes? Try this cheesy ramen.

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Whether you need a quick fix ramen hack or just want to prepare a delicious bowl of spicy noodles in no time - you have found the right recipe! These noodles come together super fast!

This recipe is what I make at home when I like to enjoy spicy noodles. It is simple, vegan, and does not require a ton of ingredients. In essence, just ramen noodles are tossed in a spicy, savory sauce but don't worry, it is not fiery hot. However, you can customize the heat factor to your own tastes. You can also use any vegetables and proteins you prefer. 

Ingredients You'll Need

Here are a few important notes about the ingredients. For measurements see the recipe card below.

• Dry instant ramen noodles: Those inexpensive packets of dried instant noodles. Just discard the seasoning packet that comes with them. Any flavor is fine, as the noodles inside are all the same;
• Fresh garlic and white parts of green onion: These are the two aromatics I use. The flavor of fresh aromatics truly shines;
• Sesame oil: for stir-frying ramen noodles; 
• Soy sauce: for that umami flavor. I used low sodium soy sauce;
• Brown sugar: just a touch of sweetness to amp up the flavor;
• Red chili flakes: bring the heat factor to the sauce. For an extra kick, feel free to double or triple the amount of chili flakes. (See more options in the recipe notes)
• Green onions: these are used for garnish and a pop of some refreshing flavor;

Possible Variations

• Use different noodles: you can swap ramen noodles with your favorite instant noodles. If instant noodles are not your thing, feel free to use whatever kind of noodles you prefer. 
• Make it gluten-free: use gluten-free noodles like soba or rice noodles. Also, use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
• I use sesame oil. Vegetable, sunflower, canola, peanut, or grapeseed oil will work too.
• No chili flakes? Substitute it with chili powder or red chili paste. For a more intense flavor Asian red chili sauce, sambal, sriracha, or gochujang (sweet, fermented Korean chili paste) can also be used. The flavor overall will slightly change, though.
• Add in proteins: feel free to add some stir-fried or baked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to your noodles.
• Add in veggies: stir-fry veggies like asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, green beans, mushrooms, and peas would work well with these ramen noodles. 

Preparations Step By Step

• Heat water in a pan or pot and bring the water to boiling hot.
• Add ramen noodles and cook until al dente (tender). Be sure to remove the seasoning packet that comes with it.
• Reserve ¼ cup of cooking noodles water to add to the sauce later. Then drain the noodles.
• Whisk together soy sauce and brown sugar in a bowl. Then set aside.

• Heat sesame oil in a pan. Add onion and garlic and saute for a minute.
• Add chili flakes and stir to mix. 
• Add the sauce mix and noodles water. Then stir.
• Add the ramen noodles and toss gently. 
• Garnish with spring onion greens and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve these spicy ramen noodles with stir-fries, soups, salads, or any grilled/baked protein (like chicken, shrimp, or tofu). I love serving this with my Asian broccoli stir fry and a glass of peanut butter milkshake.

Other Asian Favorites

• Asian Cucumber Salad
• Stir-Fried Spinach with Garlic
• Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken

If you try the recipe, please take a moment to leave a comment and rating. I love hearing from you and it also helps other readers who are thinking of making the recipe.

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5 from 3 votes

10 Minute Spicy Ramen

These Asian flavored spicy ramen noodles are ready in just 10 minutes using the most basic ingredients. Perfect for a quick and easy budget friendly meal!

Prep Time2 mins

Cook Time8 mins

Total Time10 mins

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Asian

Keyword Spicy ramen

Servings1 person

Author Geetanjali

INGREDIENTS ( 1 CUP = 240 ML )

• 1 package or 3 oz dry instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packet)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon white part of green onion finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon brown sugar or to taste
• 1 tablespoon green onion chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat water in a pan or pot and bring the water to boiling hot.
• Add ramen noodles and cook until al dente (tender). Be sure to remove the seasoning packet that comes with it.
• Reserve ¼ cup of cooking noodles water to add to the sauce later. Then drain the noodles.
• Whisk together soy sauce and brown sugar in a bowl. Then set aside.
• Heat sesame oil in a pan. Add onion, garlic and saute for a minute.
• Add chili flakes and stir to mix.
• Add the sauce mix and noodles water. Then stir.
• Add the ramen noodles and toss gently.
• Garnish with spring onion greens and serve hot.