This easy healthy ramen noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Made in just over 30 minutes it’s perfect for busy weeknights!
If you’re looking for an easy healthy ramen noodles recipe that’s made totally from scratch, then look no further.
It really is very easy to make your own homemade ramen noodles.
This recipe is made from fresh, wholesome ingredients which come together to create a meal that’s so satisfying and nutritious.
Plus you’re going to love the fact that everything is made all in the same pot, saving on washing up!
You can pretty much use any leftover vegetables you have in the fridge to make this easy ramen noodles recipe.
I used leftover carrot, spinach and spring onions. Broccoli would work too.
I’d also recommend using shiitake mushrooms as an ingredient though if you can get them, just to add a little bit of authentic Asian flavour and texture!
The earthy taste of these mushrooms pairs so well with the light, savoury home made broth and complements whatever other vegetables you choose to add!
These easy healthy ramen noodles are so much healthier than the packets of dried instant ramen noodles we all remember from our college days.
To flavour the broth I used light soy sauce so it’s lower in salt. Make sure you use a similar low-sodium soy sauce by checking the bottles label.
Along with the crushed garlic, freshly grated ginger and a little sesame oil, all these flavours help to make that delicious traditional Japanese ramen deep flavour.
I used medium egg noodles. I did also try a version with wholewheat noodles that worked too.
Or just use a packet of dried ramen noodles. You won’t need the sauce though, unless you particularly want to add that!
My easy healthy ramen noodles are vegetarian but feel free to add chicken or pork if you’re not bothered about it being vegetarian.
On serving I topped my healthy ramen bowls with a soft-boiled egg and chopped spring onions to give it that classic look.
If you want to spice it up a little then you could easily sprinkle over a few chilli flakes.
This is a great budget recipe. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or busy weeknight dinner. I’m sure you’ll soon be adding it to your list of weekly staples!
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Why You Should Make Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles
- Home Made: This is an easy to make simple recipe that everyone can make.
- One-Pot: It’s made in one pot. Saving time. And dishes!
- Customisable: Use leftover ingredients to reduce food waste.
- Healthy: Packed with healthy veggies and low in calories and salt.
- Budget: A low cost recipe using ingredients you have to hand.
Ingredients
- Olive oil – cooking olive oil is fine. No need for extra-virgin olive oil.
- Carrots
- Shiitake Mushrooms – used for authenticity but you could use other types.
- Garlic Cloves – use only fresh.
- Ginger – use freshly grated.
- Stock/Broth – I use vegetable, you can use chicken too.
- Light Soy Sauce – use a low sodium one.
- Noodles – use dried medium egg or dried ramen noodles.
- Baby Spinach – tender leaves that are of a milder flavour compared to regular spinach. You could use kale instead.
- Sesame Oil
- Spring Onions/Scallions – for decoration
- Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
- 4 eggs – for adding a soft boiled egg (if required)
See recipe card for quantities.
Step By Step Instructions
Detailed instructions are in the recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to make ramen noodles:
Step 1
- Gently heat the oil in a large casserole pot.
Step 2
- Sauté grated carrots and sliced mushrooms until softened. Then stir in the garlic and ginger.
Step 3
- Add stock and soy sauce. Bring to the boil and turn down to simmer.
Step 4
- Stir in noodles and cook until softened.
Step 5
- Add spinach and sesame oil and cook until spinach has wilted.
Step 6
- Divide the soup into two bowls and top with the sliced spring onions and halved soft-boiled eggs.
Equipment
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FAQ’s
How Many Calories Are In Ramen Noodles?
There are 337 calories in this homemade recipe.
How To Make The Perfect Soft Boiled Egg For Ramen Noodles?
Make sure your eggs are at room temperature. Put eggs into boiled simmering water in a saucepan using a slotted spoon. Boil for 7 minutes. Remove pot from heat and run under a cold tap. Once eggs have cooled slightly, peel off their shells. Then carefully cut the eggs in half and place on top of ramen.
Are Ramen Noodles Healthy For A Diet?
Instant dried ramen noodles are not particularly healthy. They lack fibre, protein and vitamins and minerals. Wholewheat noodles are much better. Or egg noodles, although these can be high in carbs and calories so watch your portion size.
How To Store This Easy Ramen Noodles Recipe?
Ramen noodles can be stored in the fridge in an air-tight container for about 3 days. Or you can freeze the broth without the eggs and sliced spring onions. Portion it up and transfer to airtight containers to freeze.
How To Reheat Ramen Noodles?
If frozen defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating. Best reheated gently in a saucepan on the stove top.
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📋 Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles Recipe
This easy healthy ramen noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Made in just over 30 minutes it’s perfect for busy weeknights!
Servings: 4
Calories: 337kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 100 g grated carrots
- 230 g thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 1.5 L chicken or vegetable stock
- 6 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 150 g dried medium egg or dried ramen noodles
- 180 g baby spinach chopped
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 4 spring onions thinly sliced
- Freshly ground salt and black pepper
- 4 eggs soft boiled
Instructions
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Gently heat the oil in a large casserole pot or saucepan.
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Stir in the grated carrots and sliced mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
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Add your chosen stock and soy sauce. Bring to the boil and turn down to simmer.
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Stir in noodles and cook for 7-8 minutes until noodles softened.
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Add baby spinach and sesame oil and cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach has wilted.
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Divide the soup into two bowls and top soup bowls off with the sliced spring onions and halved soft-boiled eggs.
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Nutrition
Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 3129mg | Potassium: 757mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 9570IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 4mg
Nutrition Label
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Nutrition Facts
📋 Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 195mg65%
Sodium 3129mg136%
Potassium 757mg22%
Carbohydrates 43g14%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 17g34%
Vitamin A 9570IU191%
Vitamin C 17mg21%
Calcium 109mg11%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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