Pin A fast and flavorful stir-fry featuring instant ramen noodles, crisp frozen vegetables, and a savory homemade sauce—perfect for a weeknight meal.
The first time I tried remixing ramen noodles into a stir-fry, my kitchen was filled with the delicious scent of sesame oil and ginger. This recipe has become my go-to for busy nights when I want something both comforting and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- Noodles: 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- Vegetables: 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (e.g. broccoli, carrots, snap peas), 2 green onions, sliced
- Sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free), 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce), 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey or maple syrup, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated, 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Garnish: 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, additional sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cook Noodles:
- Cook the ramen noodles in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add frozen vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp.
- Prepare Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.
- Toss Everything Together:
- Add the drained noodles to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over everything and toss to combine. Stir-fry for 2 more minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions. Serve immediately.
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Pin We love gathering around the table to personalize our bowls with extra green onions and sesame seeds—it's a simple family meal that always gets requests for seconds.
Required Tools
Large skillet or wok, saucepan, strainer, mixing bowl, tongs or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains soy (soy sauce), gluten (ramen unless gluten-free), sesame, and possibly shellfish (with standard oyster sauce).
Nutritional Information
Calories: 410, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 68 g, Protein: 11 g (per serving)
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Pin This ramen noodle stir-fry delivers plenty of flavor and fun in just 20 minutes. Give it a try next time you need a satisfying meal in a hurry.
Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute the instant ramen noodles?
Yes, rice noodles or soba noodles work well as alternatives and provide different textures.
- → How can I make the stir-fry vegan?
Use plant-based oyster sauce and swap honey for maple syrup to keep it fully vegan.
- → What proteins pair well with this stir-fry?
Tofu, cooked chicken, or shrimp can be added during cooking for extra protein.
- → How spicy is the dish and can it be adjusted?
The chili flakes are optional and can be increased or omitted based on your heat preference.
- → Is this dish gluten-free?
It can be made gluten-free by choosing gluten-free ramen noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.