If you're a fan of Japanese ramen noodles but follow a vegan lifestyle, you'll love Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles! This flavorful and spicy dish is inspired by the traditional Japanese Tantanmen Ramen, but made without any animal products. It's perfect for those who want to enjoy the delicious flavors of ramen noodles while still sticking to a plant-based diet. In this post, we'll share a recipe for Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles, along with some tips for making it perfectly spicy and delicious.


Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles Recipe:
Ingredients:

  • 4 packs of ramen noodles, discard the seasoning packets
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

  3. Add the garlic, onion, red bell pepper, carrot, and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

  4. Add the vegetable broth to the pot and bring to a boil.

  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, miso paste, chili garlic paste, sesame oil, maple syrup, and black pepper.

  6. Add the peanut butter mixture to the pot and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the broth has thickened slightly.

  7. Add the cooked ramen noodles to the pot and toss to coat evenly with the broth.

  8. Serve the Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutritional Values of Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles:

This recipe serves 4 people and each serving contains approximately 607 calories, 24g fat, 79g carbohydrates, 21g protein, and 8g fiber.

How to Store Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles:

You can store any leftover Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply microwave the ramen until heated through.


Tips on Making Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles:

  • Adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more or less chili garlic paste.
  • Use any vegetables you like in this dish. Bok choy, kale, and bean sprouts are all great options.
  • Garnish with additional toppings, such as sliced jalapeños or cilantro.

What is Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles?

Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles are a flavorful and spicy Japanese noodle dish that is made without any animal products. It's inspired by the traditional Japanese Tantanmen Ramen, which is a spicy and savory noodle dish made with ground pork and a rich broth. In Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles, the ground pork is replaced with a peanut butter and vegetable broth-based sauce that is flavored with soy sauce, miso paste, chili garlic paste, sesame oil, and maple syrup.

Now that you have the recipe for Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles, you can enjoy this delicious and spicy Japanese noodle dish while sticking to a plant-based diet! Whether you're a vegan or just looking for a new and exciting dish to try, Vegan Tantanmen Ramen Noodles is sure to satisfy. So grab your chopsticks and get ready to enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make dish!