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Spicy Sesame-Gochujang Ramen for Two

Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Difficulty 2/5

Make a spicy sesame-gochujang ramen in minutes for two with chicken or tofu and greens.

Why this recipe works

This Spicy Sesame-Gochujang Ramen is a quick, cozy option for two. It uses pantry-friendly ingredients to deliver bold flavor with a balanced heat, great for weeknights or a casual date night.

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Key takeaways

Quick, flavorful ramen for two.
Customize with chicken or tofu and greens.
Keep a bright finish with vinegar and sesame seeds.

Recipe guide

This Spicy Sesame-Gochujang Ramen is a quick, cozy option for two. It uses pantry-friendly ingredients to deliver bold flavor with a balanced heat, great for weeknights or a casual date night.

A comforting, spicy ramen you can make in minutes.

  • Quick, flavorful ramen for two.
  • Customize with chicken or tofu and greens.
  • Keep a bright finish with vinegar and sesame seeds.

Ingredients (serves 2)

- 200 g fresh ramen noodles (x2 packs if needed) - 400 ml broth (chicken or vegetable) - 1 tbsp sesame oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tsp ginger, grated - 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste) - 1 tbsp soy sauce - 1 tsp rice vinegar - 100 g shredded cooked chicken or tofu - 1 cup baby spinach - 2 scallions, sliced - 1 soft-boiled egg (optional) - 1 sheet nori, torn - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Method

1. Bring broth to a gentle simmer in a medium pot. 2. Stir in sesame oil, garlic, and ginger; cook 30 seconds. 3. Whisk in gochujang, chili oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until smooth. 4. Add noodles and cook until just tender. 5. Stir in chicken/tofu and spinach; heat until warmed and spinach wilts. 6. Adjust seasoning. 7. Divide between bowls and top with scallions, egg (if using), nori, and sesame seeds.

Serving tips

- Taste and adjust with more soy, chili oil, or vinegar as needed. - Serve immediately for best texture. - Save leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 day.

Ingredients

  • 200 g fresh ramen noodles
  • 400 ml chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp chili oil (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 100 g shredded cooked chicken (or tofu)
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1 soft-boiled egg (optional)
  • 1 sheet nori, torn
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Bring broth to a gentle simmer in a medium pot.
  2. Stir in sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in gochujang, chili oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until smooth.
  4. Add noodles and cook according to package directions until just tender.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken or tofu and baby spinach; heat until warmed and spinach wilts.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy, chili oil, or vinegar as needed.
  7. Divide ramen and broth between two bowls.
  8. Top each bowl with sliced scallions, a soft-boiled egg if using, torn nori, and toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Serve immediately.

FAQs

Can I make this vegetarian or vegan? Yes. Use tofu or a mushroom-based protein and vegetable broth.
How spicy is this ramen? Gochujang and chili oil provide heat; adjust with less chili paste or oil if desired.
Can I freeze the broth? Broth can be frozen, but noodles don’t reheat well; store separately and add fresh noodles when reheating.