Spicy Shrimp Ramen Recipe

Closeup on a bowl of spicy shrimp ramen with veggies.

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Spicy Shrimp Ramen is a bold and flavorful dish combining tender shrimp with fresh veggies and a delicious broth, infused with chili, garlic, and ginger. This simple recipe makes a great weeknight dinner and is one the whole family will love!

Course Main Dish, Soup

Cuisine Japanese

Keyword Japanese ramen, spicy shrimp ramen

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 55

Servings servings

Calories 559kcal

Author Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

For the shrimp:

1 Tablespoon light sesame oil - or avocado oil
2 pounds raw shelled and deveined shrimp
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

For the veggies:

1 Tablespoon light sesame oil - or avocado oil
2 cups thinly sliced carrots
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups cabbage mix
3 cloves garlic - minced
1 Tablespoon ginger - minced

For the ramen:

1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce
1-2 Tablespoons chili garlic sauce
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
6-7 cups seafood stock
6 oz. ramen noodles - 3 pkgs without seasoning packet
lime zest
diced green onions and chopped cilantro - to serve

Instructions

Cook shrimp. In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until pink. Set aside.
1 Tablespoon light sesame oil, 2 pounds raw shelled and deveined shrimp, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cook veggies. Heat a stock pot to medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add carrots, broccoli, and cabbage and cook for 3-4 minutes or until slightly softened. Then add garlic and ginger and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
1 Tablespoon light sesame oil, 2 cups thinly sliced carrots, 2 cups broccoli florets, 2 cups cabbage mix, 3 cloves garlic, 1 Tablespoon ginger
Add liquids. Add soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, brown sugar, and stir to combine. Simmer for 4-5 minutes.
1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce, 1-2 Tablespoons chili garlic sauce, 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
Add broth and ramen. Add fish stock, lime zest, and bring to a rolling simmer. Then add ramen noodles (no seasoning packets) and cook for a few minutes, or until tender.
6-7 cups seafood stock, lime zest, 6 oz. ramen noodles
Serve. Add ramen to individual serving bowls. Add shrimp to bowls and top with green onions and chopped cilantro.
diced green onions and chopped cilantro

Notes

Popular toppings include soft-boiled eggs, fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges, and crispy chili oil.
We love pairing our ramen with a refreshing side salad or a bowl of lightly salted edamame for a perfect balance of flavors.

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