Soy-Free Spicy Ramen

Dive into a bowl of bold and flavorful comfort with this Soy-Free Spicy Ramen, a tantalizing take on classic ramen that swaps soy sauce for coconut aminos, ensuring a soy-free yet deeply umami-packed broth. Infused with the heat of chili paste and red chili flakes, aromatics like garlic and ginger, and the richness of sesame oil, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of spice and warmth. Packed with vibrant vegetables, including shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and baby spinach, and served over tender ramen noodles, it’s a healthy, wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Garnished with fresh green onions, nori strips, and optional sesame seeds, every bowl bursts with texture and color. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this soy-free ramen comes together in just 30 minutes, making it your new go-to for quick, customizable, and allergy-friendly comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos (soy-free umami substitute)
• 2 tablespoons Chili paste (e.g., sambal oelek or other soy-free variety)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Carrots, julienned
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 8 ounces Ramen noodles (check the label to ensure soy-free)
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 Green onions, sliced
• 1 Nori sheets (seaweed), cut into strips
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional)
• to taste Salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add sesame oil.

Step 2

Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the shiitake mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 5

Stir in coconut aminos, chili paste, and red chili flakes. Let the broth simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 6

While the broth simmers, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 7

Add the julienned carrots and baby spinach to the simmering broth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.

Step 9

Divide the cooked ramen noodles among four bowls and ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.

Step 10

Top each bowl with sliced green onions, nori strips, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your soy-free spicy ramen!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2271.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2003.1

Total Fat 70.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9657.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 286.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 53.0g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 538.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 4469.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 57.0%