High Protein Easy Saucy Ramen Noodles
A comforting, protein-packed bowl of saucy ramen noodles that's easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 140 g dry instant ramen noodle cakes About 2 servings, discard seasoning packets
- 10 oz extra firm tofu Pressed and cubed
- 1 cup edamame Shelled
- 1 cup vegetable broth Or water
- 5 to 7 tbsp soy sauce Adjust to taste
- 1.5 tsp dark soy sauce Optional for color
- 2 tbsp cornstarch Add 1 more tablespoon if needed for thickness
- 2 to 3 tbsp maple syrup Or sugar
- 2 tbsp peanut butter Or tahini
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar Or lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 tbsp chili garlic sauce Optional
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
Toppings
- chopped to taste scallions For topping
- to taste sesame seeds For topping
- to taste roasted peanuts or cashews Chopped, for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Press tofu for 15 minutes between paper towels or a clean kitchen towel with something heavy on top to remove excess moisture.
- Cut pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vegetable broth, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, maple syrup, peanut butter, rice vinegar, ground black pepper, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Set aside.
Cooking
- Bring a pot of water to boil over high heat. Add ramen noodles and edamame, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and run under cold water.
- Heat cooking oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add the chopped vegetables or mushrooms and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the prepared sauce to the pan with vegetables and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens.
- Add drained noodles, edamame, and crispy tofu to the pan and toss to combine. Cook for about 3 minutes until the noodles absorb the sauce.
- Remove from heat, stir in nutritional yeast, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
Serve topped with chopped scallions, sesame seeds, and chopped peanuts. For a complete meal, pair with steamed broccoli or salad.