Ramen Frozen Peas Upgrade (Print Version)

Quick meal featuring noodles, frozen peas, and vegetables for a nutritious, vibrant boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles (with or without seasoning packets)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup frozen peas
03 - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans; optional)
04 - 2 green onions, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Broth

06 - 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
08 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 2 large eggs (soft-boiled or poached)
10 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
11 - Chili flakes or sriracha to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Warm sesame oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
02 - Pour in vegetable broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
03 - Add frozen peas and mixed vegetables; simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
04 - Introduce instant ramen noodles, discarding or using seasoning packets as preferred, and cook according to package directions, approximately 2 to 3 minutes, until tender.
05 - Stir in half of the sliced green onions and taste; adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce if needed.
06 - Divide noodles and vegetables between two bowls, then top each with a soft-boiled egg if desired, remaining green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and chili flakes or sriracha.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It transforms a pantry staple into something that feels intentional and nourishing without any fancy ingredients.
  • The frozen peas add natural sweetness and a pop of green that makes every spoonful feel complete.
  • You can have a steaming, satisfying bowl in front of you in under fifteen minutes, even on your most exhausted evenings.
02 -
  • Dont let the garlic sit in the hot oil for more than thirty seconds or it will turn brown and acrid, which happened to me once and I had to start over.
  • If you add the eggs directly to the boiling broth, they will cook too fast and get rubbery, so cook them separately and add them at the end.
  • Taste the broth before adding the seasoning packet, because some are very salty and you might only need half or none at all.
03 -
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a minute before sprinkling them on top, and the nutty aroma will deepen and make your whole bowl smell incredible.
  • If you want a creamier broth, whisk in a spoonful of tahini or peanut butter right before serving, and it will transform the texture completely.
  • Keep a bag of frozen peas in your freezer at all times, because they rescue so many quick meals and never let you down.
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