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    The Hangry Chickpea » Quick bites » Easy vegan ramen noodles

    Easy vegan ramen noodles

    Published: Nov 10, 2021 · Modified: Jan 27, 2022 by Eliza

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    These easy vegan ramen noodles will warm you up on a cool, crisp fall or winter night. The miso broth and mushrooms are the stars of this show, adding that savory and slightly sweet vibe we're going for.

    vegan ramen noodles with carrots, edamame, mushrooms, onions, and miso broth

    Whip up a bowl of healthy ramen noodles after your chilly afternoon surf session, hike, or day on the mountain. This easy recipe will warm you right up and is much healthier than instant ramen.

    Looking for something else hot? Make this "clean out the fridge" chickpea curry with whatever veggies you have on hand. Or feast on some butternut squash bisque with a fresh baguette.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Top tip
    • Easy vegan ramen noodles
    • Food safety

    Ingredients

    easy vegan ramen noodles ingredients
    Ingredients: cilantro, miso broth, onions, salt, miso paste, soy sauce, ramen noodles, edamame, sliced mushrooms, grated carrots, and green onions (aka scallions)

    Core fresh ingredients:

    • Ramen noodles (or whatever noodles you can find at your local grocery store or asian market. Instant noodles work in a pinch.)
    • Vegetable broth or vegetable stock (+ miso paste) or miso broth
    • Onion
    • Mushrooms - whatever you can find works
    • Soy sauce

    Optional toppings:

    • Cilantro
    • Carrots
    • Scallions
    • Spinach

    Kitchen essentials:

    • Salt and black pepper
    • Grapeseed oil (or olive oil in a pinch) - grapeseed oil has a higher smoking point, so it's better for sauteeing the onions and mushrooms

    A couple notes:

    1. We're not using a seasoning packet here. If you want to use it, be my guest, but it is not required.
    2. Feel free to add more veggies or your favorite toppings...I won't stop you! Bean sprouts, bell peppers, extra firm tofu or crispy tofu, and dried shiitake mushrooms are all great options

    See recipe card for quantities and full recipe.

    Instructions

    First, boil a pot of water for noodles in a large pot. In another pot, warm up miso broth on medium heat. Reduce heat to gentle simmer if it starts to bubble. If you don't have miso broth, use vegetable broth with a tablespoon or two of miso paste. Whisk well.

    While the water boils, prep all the veggies. Thinly slice onions, peel and grate carrots, wash and slice mushrooms.

    Raw onions in a frying pan
    Freshly sliced onions in the frying pan

    Add a splash of grapeseed oil to a frying pan on medium-high heat. Add sliced onions.

    Slightly brown and translucent onions in a frying pan
    Onions are lightly caramelized and ready for mushrooms

    Cook until soft (2-3 mins), then add mushrooms and a generous pinch of salt. Then cook for 5-10 minutes, until juice from mushrooms has mostly evaporated.

    Browned onions and sauteed mushrooms in a frying pan
    Mushrooms and onion mix is ready for some soy sauce!

    Add soy sauce, stir, and set aside. Onions should be lightly caramelized, and mushrooms full of flavor from the soy sauce.

    Cook noodles according to package instructions. Meanwhile, reheat frozen edamame in the microwave, or by adding to the veggie broth on the stove. For a more flavorful broth, add a tablespoon or two of of coconut cream or canned coconut milk and salt to taste.

    To serve, add noodles and a couple ladles of savory broth to your ramen bowl. Top with onions and mushrooms, carrots, edamame and cilantro.

    chopsticks reaching in for a bite of easy vegan ramen noodles
    Diving into these healthy ramen noodles!

    Want to make it with me? Check out this video!

    Hint: take your time with the onion/mushroom mix. Let the onions soften before adding mushrooms. This is the flavor center of the ramen!

    Substitutions and Variations

    These easy vegan ramen noodles are naturally plant based, vegan, vegetarian, and dairy free. For a gluten free ramen variation, use gluten free noodles, like rice noodles.

    Feel free to use your favorite ramen toppings!

    • Tofu and tempeh are great protein options if you're able to season them well.
    • Bok choy and spinach are great greens.
    • Some minced garlic and sesame oil will add great flavor to your mushroom and onion mix - add for 1 minute before removing mixture from the heat.
    • A pinch of chili flakes will make this ramen extra spicy
    • Some sesame seeds will add some additional texture

    Looking for something else cozy? Check out this butternut squash bisque or chickpea curry.

    Equipment

    You'll need a few pieces of equipment to make these easy vegan ramen noodles:

    1. Two saucepans - one for warming vegan ramen broth, the other for cooking noodles
    2. One flat pan or frying pan - for preparing mushroom/onion mix. Nonstick pans typically need less cooking oil, whereas a cast iron or stainless steel pan may need a bit more.
    3. Cutting board and chef's knife for preparing vegetables
    4. Grater and peeler for preparing carrots
    5. Prep bowls for vegetables are useful, but not required
    6. Spatula, ladle and tongs for mixing and handling hot food. In a pinch, you can get away with a large fork and spoon.

    Storage

    Store the broth, noodles and vegetables separately. Reheat the broth in the microwave or in a saucepan, and add noodles once its warm. The warm broth should take care of the reheating.

    If you store the broth and noodles together, you won't have much broth left, because the noodles will absorb it.

    You can also freeze any extra miso or vegetable broth in an airtight container to use later.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is vegan ramen healthy?

    This vegan ramen recipe is packed with veggies and protein, so yes, it is healthy. The noodles or carbohydrate portion of this meal is relatively small.

    What is in vegan ramen?

    This vegan ramen recipe contains miso broth, ramen noodles, carrots, edamame, mushrooms, onions, and scallions. Tons of whole foods and veggies, plus a warm broth, with extra protein from both miso and edamame.

    Top tip

    Take your time with the onions and mushrooms - they are the powerhouse of this ramen dish! When in doubt, lower heat and slower cooking time is better.

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    easy vegan ramen noodles with carrots, edamame, mushrooms, onions, and miso broth

    Easy vegan ramen noodles

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
    • Author: The Hangry Chickpea
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 5 mins
    • Total Time: 15 mins
    • Yield: 4 bowls 1x
    • Category: Lunch and dinner
    • Method: Sauteeing
    • Cuisine: Asian
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    These easy vegan ramen noodles will warm you up on a cool, crisp fall or winter night. The miso broth and mushrooms are the stars of this show, adding that savory and slightly sweet vibe we're going for.


    Ingredients

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    Basics: 

    • 1 quart vegetable broth or miso broth
    • 1 Tbsp miso paste (optional if using miso broth)
    • 1 package dry ramen noodles
    • 1-2 onions
    • 1-2 Tbsp soy sauce, tamari or coconut aminos

    Vegetables

    • 1-2 carrots, peeled & grated
    • 1-2 cups frozen edamame
    • 1-2 packages mushrooms, thinly sliced
    • 2-3 scallions, sliced
    • Cilantro

    Pantry:

    • Neutral cooking oil such as grapeseed
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    1. First, boil water for noodles. In another pot, warm up miso broth. If you don't have miso broth, use vegetable broth and whisk in a tablespoon or two of miso paste.
    2. While the water boils and broth warms, prep all the veggies. Thinly slice onions and mushrooms, then peel and grate carrots. 
    3. Add a splash of grapeseed oil to a frying pan, and saute onions, stirring occasionally. Cook until soft (2-3 mins). If you have extra time, cook on medium low heat for 5-10 minutes, or until they start to turn golden. Then add mushrooms and a generous pinch of salt. Cook for 5-10 minutes, until juice from mushrooms has mostly evaporated. Add soy sauce, stir, and set aside. Onions should be well caramelized, and mushrooms full of flavor from the soy sauce.
    4. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Meanwhile, reheat frozen edamame in the microwave, or by adding to the vegetable broth on the stove. 
    5. To serve, add noodles and a couple ladles of broth to your bowl. Top with onions and mushrooms, carrots, edamame and cilantro.


    Keywords: easy vegan ramen noodles, ramen noodle recipe, simple ramen noodles, vegan ramen noodles, vegetarian ramen noodles

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    Food safety

    Safety first! Here are some of my top tips:

    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds - I love grapeseed oil!
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    1. The Hangry Chickpea

      November 20, 2021 at 1:57 am

      Have made this three times in one week...during the work day too! It's that easy.

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