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Vegan Tantanmen Ramen: 5 Steps to Pure Comfort Food Recipe

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  • Author: Aiko
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Lunch/Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A comforting and flavorful Vegan Tantanmen Ramen featuring tender ramen noodles in a rich, spicy sesame broth, combined with fresh bok choy, carrots, and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for a nourishing and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 200g ramen noodles

Sauce and Broth

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste

Vegetables and Garnish

  • 1 cup bok choy, chopped
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds


Instructions

  1. Cook Noodles: Cook ramen noodles according to the package instructions until tender. Drain the noodles well and set them aside to prepare the broth and vegetables.
  2. Heat Sesame Oil: In a pan over medium heat, warm the sesame oil until fragrant, preparing the base for the flavorful broth.
  3. Prepare Broth: Add vegetable broth, tahini, soy sauce, and chili paste to the pan. Stir continuously to combine into a smooth, spicy sesame broth.
  4. Cook Vegetables: Add chopped bok choy and julienned carrots to the broth. Cook the vegetables until they become tender but still retain some texture, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the drained ramen noodles into the pan with the broth and vegetables. Mix thoroughly so that the noodles are well coated with the flavorful sauce.
  6. Serve: Divide the ramen into serving bowls and top with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds to add freshness and texture before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use fresh ramen noodles for the best texture, but dried or instant noodles can be used.
  • Adjust the chili paste quantity depending on your preferred spice level.
  • For extra protein, add tofu or edamame on the side.
  • This dish can be customized with other vegetables such as mushrooms or spinach.
  • To make it nut-free, substitute tahini with sunflower seed butter and verify chili paste ingredients.