Description
Hearty homemade vegan ramen blends rich umami flavors with complex noodle textures from Japanese culinary traditions. Comforting broth, fresh vegetables, and chewy noodles create a satisfying meal for plant-based diners seeking deep, soulful comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz (680 g) fresh ramen noodles
- 1 package (14 oz or 397 g) tofu, any firmness
- 4 small heads baby bok choy
- 4 medium scallions
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Togarashi (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch Vegetables: Boil water and briefly immerse bok choy bulbs and leaves for 30 seconds, creating a vibrant green color and maintaining crisp texture. Transfer immediately to a cool plate.
- Cook Noodles: Return water to a rolling boil and prepare ramen noodles according to package guidelines, ensuring perfect al dente consistency. Drain thoroughly and distribute evenly into serving bowls.
- Prepare Broth: Stir prepared broth to achieve uniform temperature, then gently pour over noodles, allowing liquid to seamlessly blend with the pasta base.
- Layer Ingredients: Artfully position blanched bok choy, cubed tofu, sautéed mushrooms, and thinly sliced scallions across the noodle surface, creating a visually dynamic and nutritionally rich landscape.
- Finish and Garnish: Elevate the dish’s sensory profile by drizzling fragrant garlic oil and generously sprinkling toasted sesame seeds and togarashi powder, adding depth and complexity to the final presentation.
Notes
- Blanching Technique: Briefly boil vegetables to retain their vibrant color, crisp texture, and maximum nutritional value while preventing overcooking.
- Noodle Cooking Precision: Follow package instructions exactly to achieve the perfect al dente texture, avoiding mushy or undercooked ramen noodles.
- Broth Integration: Pour hot broth slowly over noodles to ensure even heat distribution and allow flavors to meld seamlessly throughout the dish.
- Garnish Layering: Add toppings strategically to create visual appeal and ensure each bite combines different textures and flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg