Quick & Tasty Sesame Garlic Ramen Noodles (Print version)
Saucy sesame garlic ramen noodles made with instant ramen, a quick skillet sauce, scallions, and sesame seeds.
# Ingredients:
For the noodles
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3 (3 oz / 85 g) packages instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
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Water for boiling
For the sesame garlic sauce
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1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1-2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or sriracha
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1/4 cup (60 ml) water
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2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
For finishing
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4 scallions, thinly sliced
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
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Extra chili garlic sauce, optional
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, and water until smooth.
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Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles without the seasoning packets and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until loosened and barely tender. Drain well.
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Heat toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and stir for 30-45 seconds, just until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
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Pour the sauce into the skillet and simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until slightly glossy and fragrant.
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Add the drained ramen noodles to the skillet. Toss with tongs for 1-2 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
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Remove from heat. Toss in most of the scallions, then top with the remaining scallions, sesame seeds, and extra chili garlic sauce if desired. Serve right away.
# Good to know:
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Discard the instant ramen seasoning packets for a cleaner, less salty sauce.
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Use vegan ramen noodles and vegan hoisin sauce if serving this as a vegan recipe.
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Best served immediately while the noodles are springy and glossy.