Slow simmered broths are the rich bases of typical ramen recipes. But there is nothing slow about this recipe. Weeknight ramen dreams do come true! We have been savoring this quick vegetarian ramen on a regular basis because it’s so easy to make and super comforting. Move over, chicken noodle soup — ramen is the new bowl of comfort. I’ve made a Japanese-style soup with a simple twist, flavored with soy sauce, sesame oil and chili paste. One of the best parts of this ramen noodle soup in my opinion is the addition of soft-boiled eggs. Not only do they provide a pop of color, but they are also a nutritious addition to the meal.
Vegetarian ramen ingredients
For the vegetarian ramen broth and noodles, you’ll need:
Sesame oilGarlicFresh gingerVegetable brothSoy sauceGreen onionWhite mushroomsRamen noodles Soft-boiled eggs
I like to top my vegetarian ramen with marinated green onions. For those, you’ll need:
Green onionsSoy sauceChili paste Red pepper flakesSesame seeds
How to make vegetarian ramen
Unsure how to make ramen broth? Don’t worry, my method is easy. First, you’ll need to sauté the ginger and garlic in a little sesame oil. Then, add in the broth, soy sauce, green onions, and mushrooms. Bring that mixture to a simmer, then throw in the ramen noodles and cook until softened. All you have to do then is ladle the vegetarian ramen noodle soup into bowls, garnish with the marinated green onions and a soft-boiled egg, and serve!
How to make soft-boiled eggs
My favorite way to make soft boiled eggs is by using the Instant Pot: My next favorite way to make soft boiled eggs is on the stove:
Can I add meat to this ramen?
If you’re not vegetarian, you’re welcome to add any meat you’d like to this homemade ramen recipe. The meat will need to be pre-cooked and added in alongside the broth.
Can I prep this in advance?
Unfortunately, vegetarian ramen is one of those soups that doesn’t keep well in the fridge. The noodles tend to soak up lots of broth and become soggy. Because of this, I don’t recommend prepping this ramen noodle soup in advance.
Tips for making vegetarian ramen
You must discard the seasoning packets that come with the ramen noodles. If you add the seasoning packets to this homemade ramen recipe, your soup will be far too salty. If you don’t have any ramen packets on hand, you may be able to use angel hair pasta or another long, thin pasta in its place. The texture may be slightly different, but you’ll still wind up with a delicious noodle soup. You’re welcome to add any toppings you’d like to this vegetarian ramen. Marinated green onions and soft-boiled eggs are just the beginning!
This quick vegetarian ramen is…
Simple to makeOnly takes 30 minutesEasy weeknight dinnerFull of flavor and nutritionFamily favorite!
More easy soup recipes:
Crockpot Tortellini Minestrone SoupOne-Pot Vegan Butternut Squash SoupSlow Cooker Green and White Chicken ChiliPistachio Pumpkin SoupCrockpot Spicy Four Bean Chili
