Description
A rich and flavorful plant-based ramen featuring a savory broth, tender noodles, and delicious veggies — all ready in under 30 minutes! Cozy, nourishing, and customizable with your favorite toppings, this vegan ramen combines a creamy coconut-infused broth with fresh vegetables and tofu for a satisfying meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Broth:
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (or neutral oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk (or ½ cup for lighter broth)
Ramen & Toppings:
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning if using packaged)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cubed tofu (pan-fried or baked if preferred)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Optional: chili oil, sesame seeds, nori strips, corn
Instructions
- Heat the oil and aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Build the broth: Stir in soy sauce and miso paste until well combined. Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add mushrooms and tofu: Add sliced mushrooms and cubed tofu to the simmering broth and cook for 5 minutes to soften the mushrooms and heat the tofu through.
- Cook the noodles: Add ramen noodles to the pot and cook according to package directions, typically 3–4 minutes, until noodles are tender.
- Wilt the greens: Stir in baby spinach or bok choy and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute more.
- Serve and garnish: Divide the ramen into bowls and top with shredded carrots, sliced green onions, and any optional toppings like chili oil, sesame seeds, nori strips, or corn. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For richer broth: add 1 tbsp tahini or peanut butter to enhance creaminess and depth.
- Make gluten-free: use gluten-free ramen noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Add extra protein: incorporate edamame or sautéed tempeh alongside or instead of tofu.
- Spice lovers: add sriracha, chili crisp, or chili oil for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Noodles, Vegan
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
