10-Minute Ramen Stir-Fry with Vegetables
This 10-Minute Ramen Stir-Fry features quick-cooked ramen noodles tossed with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables like cabbage, bell pepper, zucchini, and green onions. The stir-fry is flavored with the included ramen seasoning and a final touch of sesame oil, offering a balance of savory and nutty notes. Optional toppings such as a fried egg and bonito flakes add richness and umami complexity. The texture is crisp-tender from the stir-fried vegetables combined with slightly chewy noodles. This dish is a fast and colorful way to enjoy ramen beyond soup form.
Ingredients
- 1 packet ramen noodles Korean ramen preferred, includes seasoning pouch
- 2 cup cabbage assorted, sliced
- 2 cup onion
- 2 cup bell pepper
- 2 cup zucchini
- 2 cup green onion
- 2 cup carrot
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 egg fried (optional)
- handful katsuobushi optional, Japanese bonito flakes
- handful Roasted seaweed optional, crumbled
Instructions
- Separate the ramen noodles and the seasoning pouch from the packet.
- Bring a pot of water to boil, add the ramen noodles and cook slightly shorter than the package direction, about 3-4 minutes. Drain the noodles in a colander.
- While noodle is boiling, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, stir-fry vegetables until soft yet crisp, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle 2/3 of the ramen seasoning powder and continue to stir-fry.
- Add the rinsed ramen noodle to the skillet and toss together. Turn off the heat and drizzle sesame oil if you like.
- Serve with an fried egg and bonito flakes (or roasted seaweed) as you wish.
Notes
- Incorporate diced chicken, shrimp, or ground pork if desired to add protein and make the dish more substantial.