Coconut Curry Ramen

90 min
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Savory vegan ramen infused with curry and coconut milk. Serve with sautéed portobello mushrooms and gluten-free noodles for the ultimate plant-based meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsptoasted or untoasted sesame oil*
  • 2small knobs ginger ((sliced lengthwise into long strips))
  • 10cloves garlic ((chopped))
  • 2large onion ((chopped lengthwise))
  • 5 Tbspyellow or green curry paste
  • 8 cupsvegetable broth (DIY or store-bought)
  • 4 cupslight coconut milk
  • 2-4 Tbsp coconut sugar ((optional // more to taste))
  • 1 tspground turmeric ((optional // for color and more curry flavor))
  • 2 Tbspwhite or yellow miso paste
  • 4-6 cups noodles of choice (i.e. spiralized zucchini squash, cooked ramen noodles*, or cooked brown rice noodles)
  • 4whole portobello mushrooms
  • Fresh green onion ((optional // chopped))
  • Sriracha or chili garlic sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add oil, garlic, ginger, and onion. Sauté, stirring occasionally for 5-8 minutes or until the onion has developed a slight sear (browned edges).

  2. 2

    Add curry paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes more, stirring frequently. Then add vegetable broth and coconut milk and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pan.

  3. 3

    Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer on low for at least 1 hour, up to 2-3, stirring occasionally. The longer it cooks, the more the flavor will deepen and develop.

  4. 4

    Taste broth and adjust seasonings as needed, adding coconut sugar for a little sweetness, turmeric for more intense curry flavor, or more sesame oil for nuttiness.

  5. 5

    About 10 minutes before serving, prepare any desired toppings/sides, such as noodles, sautéed portobello mushrooms, or green onion (optional).

  6. 6

    Just before serving, scoop out 1/2 cup of the broth and whisk in the miso paste. Once fully dissolved, add back to the pot and turn off the heat. Stir to combine.

  7. 7

    Either strain broth through a fine mesh strainer (discarding onions, garlic, and ginger or adding back to the soup) or ladle out the broth and leave the onions, garlic, and ginger behind.

  8. 8

    To serve, divide noodles of choice between serving bowls. Top with broth and desired toppings. Serve with chili garlic sauce or sriracha for added heat.

  9. 9

    Best when fresh, though the broth can be stored (separate from sides/toppings) in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.