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Quick Crispy Ramen Noodle Stir Fry Recipe Perfect for Easy Weeknight Meals

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A quick and easy crispy ramen noodle stir fry that transforms instant ramen into a crunchy, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 20 minutes with simple pantry ingredients and customizable veggies and protein.

Ingredients

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  • 2 packs instant ramen noodles, discard seasoning packets
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (can substitute with sesame oil)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., shredded carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, or frozen stir-fry veggies)
  • 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, tofu, or shrimp) – optional
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
  • Chili flakes or sriracha to taste
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Boil 4 cups (1 quart) of water in a pot. Add ramen noodles and cook for 2 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain well and set aside.
  2. While noodles cook, slice vegetables into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. If using protein, ensure it is cooked and cut into small pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili flakes or sriracha if using. Stir well and set aside.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add drained noodles in an even layer. Let sit without stirring for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy. Flip sections with a spatula or tongs and crisp the other side for 2-3 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  5. Add prepared vegetables and protein to the skillet with noodles. Stir-fry together for 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
  6. Pour sauce mixture over stir fry and toss well for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated and heated through. Sauce will slightly caramelize and cling to noodles.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds on top.
  8. Serve immediately while noodles are still crispy.

Notes

Avoid overcooking noodles to keep them firm for crisping. Do not stir noodles constantly while crisping to develop a golden crust. If noodles aren’t crisping, pan may be overcrowded or oil temperature too low; crisp in batches if needed. Add sauce after crisping to maintain crunch. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to revive crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: ramen, stir fry, crispy noodles, quick meal, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, instant noodles, vegetable stir fry, protein option

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