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Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen

Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen

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Indulge in a warm bowl of Spicy Coconut Curry Ramen, the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings. This ultra-creamy broth, infused with Thai red curry paste and coconut milk, offers a delightful balance of spice and richness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy dinners on chilly evenings. The customizable toppings like boiled eggs, scallions, and spicy chili oil make it even more irresistible. Whether you’re a ramen aficionado or trying it for the first time, this recipe promises to deliver comfort and satisfaction in every slurp.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil (divided)
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable)
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • ½ tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sambal oelek (or other chili paste, more or less to taste (optional))
  • 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
  • 1 can (14 oz/400 ml) unsweetened coconut milk (full fat)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 3.5 ounces shiitakes (torn)
  • 4 garlic cloves (grated)
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 9 ounces instant ramen noodles
  • Chili oil (for serving)
  • Sesame seeds (for serving)
  • Chopped chives (for serving)
  • 4 boiled eggs (cooked for 7 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Prep by grating garlic and ginger; tear shiitake mushrooms.
  2. In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat and sauté shiitakes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat; add another tbsp of sesame oil with garlic and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the pot with broth; bring to a boil then mix in turmeric, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, red curry paste, sambal oelek, coconut milk, and lime juice.
  5. Add ramen noodles; cook for about 2 minutes or until tender.
  6. Serve topped with crispy shiitakes, boiled eggs, sesame seeds, chives, and a drizzle of chili oil.

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