Keto Ramen Noodle Soup
Keto Ramen Noodle Soup features tender chicken thighs simmered in a flavorful broth infused with ginger, garlic, red chili, chicken broth, coconut aminos, sesame oil, and shiitake mushrooms. The soup includes low-carb add-ins like konjac noodles, julienned zucchini, bok choy, scallions, and soft-boiled eggs, creating a savory, warming dish with varied textures and a balance of spice, umami, and freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 chicken thigh 370g / 13 oz, boneless
Ramen Broth
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated (6g)
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 1 red chili diced (14g, medium
- 1 ¾ cup chicken broth 400ml
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- 2.8 oz mushrooms 80g, I used shiitake
Add-Ins & Toppings
- 2 egg large
- 3.5 oz konjac noodles 100 g, or kelp noodles
- 1 bok choy halved (100g / 3.5 oz, small
- 1 zucchini sliced with a julienne peeler (150g)
- 2 tablespoon scallions green part, sliced fine (10g)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds option to toast
Instructions
Chicken
- Grease a griddle pan with 1 teaspoon of oil or use a non stick frying pan. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and fry until cooked through and to your liking, approximately 4 - 5 minutes per side.
Ramen Broth
- Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil in a non stick saucepan or cast iron pan. Add the ginger, garlic and chilli. Sauté for 2 minutes to soften. Add the stock, mushrooms, coconut aminos and toasted sesame oil. Simmer for about 3 mins on medium to low heat to let the flavours blend.
Add-Ins
- Simmer the eggs in lots of water for 6.5 mins or to your liking. 6.5 mins from boiling gives a firm white and soft yolk. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon, rinse under cold water to cool for 30 seconds and peel.
- When almost ready to serve, add the julienne zucchini, bok choy and noodles to the soup and simmer for a minute or two to warm through or until the bok choy is al dente.
- Cut the egg in half and season with salt and pepper to taste. Option to season the ramen stock too.
- Serve the ramen in bowls and top with sliced crispy chicken thighs, egg, spring onion and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Recipe yields 2 portions, each with 6.7g net carbs.
- Prepare broth, protein, and vegetables separately and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- Freezing is not recommended as it affects texture and flavor negatively.
- Optional garnishes include (¼ sheet) finely chopped nori seaweed, a squeeze of lime, and chili flakes or fresh chili.
- Variations include swapping chicken broth and meat for beef, fish, or pork with suitable noodle alternatives like zucchini or kelp noodles.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 504
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 504kcal | 25% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 49.9g | 100% |
| Fat | 29.1g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4g | 37% |
| Fiber | 3.3g | 13% |
| Sugar | 4.2g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.