Description
This Vegan Sesame Ramen is a comforting and wholesome dish featuring a rich tahini-based broth that delivers a luxurious sesame flavor. Enhanced with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, the warm broth is combined with tender ramen noodles, mushrooms, and bok choy for a complete, flavorful meal. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch and garnish, while optional chili paste provides a gentle heat for those who enjoy it spicy.
Ingredients
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Broth and Flavor Base
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces ramen noodles
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup chopped bok choy
Garnish and Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Warm the flavor base: In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant and aromatic to build a flavorful base.
- Prepare the tahini mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the tahini and soy sauce. Whisk them together until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated, ensuring even flavor in the broth.
- Simmer the broth: Add the tahini and soy sauce mixture to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Cook noodles and vegetables: Add the ramen noodles, sliced mushrooms, and chopped bok choy to the simmering broth. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the noodles are tender and the vegetables are cooked but still retain some bite.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the ramen into serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optionally, a spoonful of chili paste for added spice. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute ramen noodles with gluten-free noodles.
- Adjust chili paste amount according to your spice tolerance, or omit if you prefer a milder dish.
- Feel free to swap mushrooms or bok choy with other vegetables like spinach, carrots, or snap peas for variation.
- To toast sesame seeds, heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Ensure the broth is kept at a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil to preserve delicate flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Vegan ramen, sesame ramen, tahini ramen, vegan soup, Asian vegan recipe, healthy ramen, vegetable broth ramen
