
07/13/2025
๐๐ฅ Spicy Vegan Ramen
A bold, comforting bowl packed with heat, umami, and nourishing plant-based goodness.
๐ Ingredients
๐ For the Broth:
1 tbsp sesame oil ๐ฅ
1 tbsp grated ginger ๐ซ
3 cloves garlic, minced ๐ง
2 tbsp white miso paste ๐ฅ
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari ๐ง
1 tbsp chili garlic sauce ๐ถ๏ธ
1 tbsp rice vinegar ๐ถ
1 tsp maple syrup ๐ (or sugar)
4 cups vegetable broth ๐ฅฃ
1 cup unsweetened soy or oat milk ๐ฅ (adds creaminess)
๐ For the Noodles & Toppings:
2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or instant, discard seasoning) ๐
1 cup mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or cremini) ๐
ยฝ cup corn kernels ๐ฝ
1 cup baby spinach or bok choy ๐ฅฌ
ยฝ block tofu, cubed and pan-fried until golden ๐งโก๏ธ๐ณ
1 green onion, finely sliced ๐ฟ
1 sheet nori, cut into strips (optional) ๐
Chili oil or sriracha for drizzling ๐ถ๏ธ
Sesame seeds (optional) โช
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
1. Make the broth ๐ฒ
In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic. Sautรฉ for 1โ2 minutes until fragrant. Add miso paste, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup. Stir until combined.
Pour in the vegetable broth and plant milk. Stir and let it simmer gently for 10โ15 minutes to blend flavors.
2. Cook the noodles ๐
While the broth simmers, cook your ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare toppings ๐๐ฅฌ
In a small pan, sautรฉ mushrooms until golden and tender.
Quickly wilt spinach or bok choy in the hot broth or steam it.
Pan-fry tofu cubes until crispy on all sides (optional: season with a splash of soy sauce).
4. Assemble your bowl ๐ฅฃ
Place noodles in each serving bowl. Pour hot broth over them. Top with mushrooms, tofu, spinach, corn, green onions, and nori.
5. Add heat & finish ๐ถ๏ธ
Drizzle with chili oil or extra sriracha. Sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
๐ก Tips & Variations
Add kimchi for extra punch ๐ฅฌ๐ฅ
Use rice noodles or gluten-free ramen for a GF version
Swap tofu for edamame or tempeh for variety
For creamier broth, blend in a spoonful of tahini ๐ฅ
๐ฅข Enjoy Your Spicy Vegan Ramen!
Warm, spicy, and full of flavor โ a perfect cozy meal. โค๏ธ๐