Description
Savor the bold fusion of Japanese chicken ramen stir fry, where silky noodles dance with crisp vegetables and tender chicken in a harmonious culinary celebration. Comfort meets excitement on your plate, inviting you to explore a delightful crossroads of tradition and innovation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Noodles:
- 2 packages (6 ounces/170 grams each) ramen noodles (seasoning packets discarded)
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
Sauces and Oils:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Instructions
- Whisk the sauce ingredients in a small bowl, blending soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper until thoroughly combined, then set the mixture aside for later use.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat, then carefully add chicken pieces and sizzle for 5-6 minutes, rotating occasionally to ensure uniform golden-brown coloration and complete cooking.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate plate, maintaining the pan’s residual heat and oil for subsequent vegetable preparation.
- Introduce red bell pepper, snap peas, and carrot into the wok, quickly maneuvering them to achieve a crisp-tender texture within 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate minced garlic, ginger, and white sections of green onions, allowing them to release their aromatic essence for approximately 30 seconds.
- Simultaneously prepare ramen noodles in a separate pot, boiling them for 2 minutes and draining while maintaining a slightly undercooked consistency.
- Reintroduce the cooked chicken to the vegetable mixture, then gently fold in the prepared noodles.
- Pour the premixed sauce over the entire combination, thoroughly tossing to ensure comprehensive coating and uniform heating for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Finalize the dish by sprinkling the green sections of sliced green onions across the top, creating a vibrant garnish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the white pepper or adding chili flakes for a spicier kick.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce and swap ramen noodles with rice noodles for a gluten-free version.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to ensure quick and smooth cooking process, as stir-frying moves fast.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian alternative that maintains similar texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg