Description
This spicy chicken ramen is packed with flavor and a perfect indulgence for any ramen lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cups high-quality chicken broth
- 2–3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon chili oil with crisps
- 2 fresh chilies (bird’s eye or serranos)
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon non-alcoholic mirin alternative
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 ounces ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 2 soft-boiled eggs
- 2 green onions/scallions, chopped
- 1 sheet nori (seaweed sheets), optional
- 1/2 cup corn kernels, optional
- 1/2 cup bamboo shoots (menma), optional
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- If marinating your chicken, combine a tablespoon of soy sauce, a teaspoon of grated ginger, a half teaspoon of gochujang, and a drizzle of sesame oil with your boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Let them sit for at least 15-20 minutes, or up to an hour in the fridge.
- Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side, or until beautifully browned and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board. Once slightly cooled, slice it thinly or shred it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add another drizzle of oil if needed. Sauté 2 cloves of minced garlic and a 1-inch piece of grated fresh ginger for about a minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
- Pour in 4 cups of high-quality chicken broth. Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of non-alcoholic mirin alternative.
- Bring the broth to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for at least 10-15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- While the broth is simmering, bring a separate pot of water to a rolling boil.
- Add your ramen noodles and cook according to package directions. Drain the noodles thoroughly and divide them evenly among your serving bowls.
- Prepare your toppings: soft-boiled eggs, green onions, fresh chilies, and any other desired toppings.
- Once the noodles are in the bowls, carefully ladle the hot broth over them.
- Arrange your cooked chicken slices or shreds artfully on top of the noodles and broth.
- Add your prepared toppings and drizzle a teaspoon of chili oil with crisps over each bowl just before serving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Fiery Chicken Ramen Spicy Indulgent!
Notes
- This recipe can be adjusted with more or less gochujang based on your spice preference.
- For an extra kick, consider adding more fresh chilies as toppings.
- Feel free to add any favorite toppings you like!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg