Ramen Noodle Side Dish

Transform your everyday instant ramen into a vibrant and flavorful Ramen Noodle Side Dish packed with irresistible umami goodness. This quick and easy recipe combines perfectly al dente ramen noodles with a savory-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of honey or brown sugar. Tossed with crisp, sautéed vegetables like julienned carrots, red bell pepper, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this dish delivers a delightful balance of texture and flavor in just 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, it’s the perfect side dish to elevate any meal or serve as a satisfying light entrée. Ideal for busy weeknights, this Asian-inspired recipe is a must-try for noodle lovers! Keywords: ramen noodle recipe, quick side dish, Asian-inspired, easy noodle dish, stir-fry vegetables.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 packs ramen noodles (instant, no seasoning packets)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (minced or grated)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 2 stalks green onion (sliced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or neutral oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Boil a pot of water and cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions, but leave them slightly al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey or brown sugar until the mixture is well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the julienned carrot and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss everything together to evenly coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to soak into the noodles.

Step 8

Remove from heat and top with sliced green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	536.5 grams (536.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1091

Total Fat 44.30g	57%
Saturated Fat 16.20g	81%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1811mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 146.40g	53%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 31.00g
Protein 24.40g	49%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141mg	11%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1103mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 54.1%