Spicy Ramen Stir-Fry (Printable)

Fiery noodle dish with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and bold spicy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

→ Noodles

02 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles, about 7 oz, seasoning packets discarded

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 carrot, julienned
06 - 2 green onions, sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Sauce

09 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
13 - 2 teaspoons brown sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons water
15 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking

→ Garnish

16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
17 - Fresh cilantro or green onion slices

# Directions:

01 - Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and water. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and stir-fry until cooked through, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
04 - In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
06 - Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add cooked noodles and pour sauce over everything. Toss well to combine and heat through, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning or spice level as desired.
08 - Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It transforms cheap instant noodles into something that tastes like takeout without the wait or the cost.
  • The vegetables stay crisp and bright, giving you that satisfying crunch in every bite.
  • You can dial the heat up or down depending on your mood or who youre feeding.
  • Everything comes together in one pan, which means less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your meal.
02 -
  • Dont overcook the vegetables, they should still have a little resistance when you bite into them or the whole dish turns mushy.
  • Make sure your wok or skillet is really hot before you add the chicken, otherwise it will steam instead of sear.
  • If the noodles start to stick, add a splash of water or extra sesame oil to loosen everything up.
03 -
  • Use two spatulas or a pair of tongs to toss everything in the wok, it gives you more control and keeps ingredients from flying out.
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, it makes them taste nuttier and more fragrant.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with the water before adding it to the bowl.
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