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Vegan Spicy Thai Peanut Ramen Recipe

4.6 from 72 reviews

This Vegan Spicy Thai Peanut Ramen combines creamy coconut milk, rich peanut butter, and fragrant Thai green curry paste to create a comforting and flavorful noodle soup. Enhanced with garlic, ginger, lime, and a hint of sweetness from agave syrup, this easy-to-make vegan ramen is perfect for a cozy meal and can be customized with an array of fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon green curry paste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth, divided
  • 1 can (13-14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup natural or organic peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons agave syrup
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 912 ounces ramen noodles

Optional Toppings

  • Mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds (black or white)
  • Thai chilis
  • Cilantro
  • Chopped peanuts
  • Additional vegetables as preferred

Instructions

  1. Heat Olive Oil and Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes while stirring, adjusting heat as needed to prevent burning and to soften the garlic.
  2. Add Green Curry Paste: Stir in the green curry paste, cooking for an additional minute to release the flavors and combine it with the garlic and ginger.
  3. Add Vegetable Broth and Coconut Milk: Pour in 3 cups of the vegetable broth along with the full-fat coconut milk. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
  4. Prepare Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of vegetable broth with the peanut butter until smooth. This step helps to incorporate the peanut butter evenly into the soup.
  5. Combine Peanut Butter Mixture with Soup: Add the peanut butter and broth mixture into the pot and whisk thoroughly to combine.
  6. Add Soy Sauce, Agave Syrup, and Lime Juice: Stir in the soy sauce, agave syrup, and lime juice. Let the soup simmer gently on low heat for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed by adding a pinch of salt, additional lime juice, or agave syrup.
  7. Cook Ramen Noodles: Just before serving, add the ramen noodles to the pot. Use 9 ounces for a soupier broth or 12 ounces for a heartier, noodle-heavy dish. Simmer the noodles according to package instructions, usually for 1 to 2 minutes, until tender.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Serve the ramen immediately in bowls. Top with optional mushrooms, sesame seeds, Thai chilis, cilantro, chopped peanuts, or any other preferred vegetables or tofu for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of ramen noodles depending on preferred broth to noodle ratio.
  • You can substitute agave syrup with maple syrup or honey if not strictly vegan.
  • For more protein, add tofu or tempeh alongside optional toppings.
  • This recipe is easily adjustable for spiciness by increasing or reducing green curry paste and adding extra Thai chilis.
  • Use organic peanut butter and coconut milk for the best natural flavor and creaminess.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; noodles may absorb broth, so add additional broth when reheating.

Keywords: Vegan ramen, Thai peanut ramen, spicy ramen, peanut butter soup, coconut milk ramen, vegan noodle soup