Spicy Sesame-Garlic Ramen Noodles

Ditch the flavor packet in your instant ramen and flavor your own without all of the sodium and MSG. This recipe is for the noodles only but I like to add any leftover steamed veggies I have on hand.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 262 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 (3 ounce) package instant ramen noodles (without flavor packet)
• 1 teaspoon sambal oelek (chile paste)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a large skillet. Add ramen noodles and boil for 2 minutes. Drain noodles in a colander and wipe out the skillet.

Step 2

Meanwhile, whisk sambal oelek, garlic, and ginger paste together.

Step 3

Add sesame oil to the skillet and heat over medium heat. Add drained noodles and cook until slightly crispy, about 3 minutes. Add sambal oelek mixture. Cook for 3 minutes more using chopsticks to toss the noodles in the sauce.

Step 4

Divide mixture between 2 serving bowls and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.