Top Ramen Chow Mein
Transform your favorite instant noodles into a quick and flavorful masterpiece with this Top Ramen Chow Mein recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender ramen noodles stir-fried to perfection with vibrant julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and thinly sliced green bell peppers. A savory sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of ground ginger infuses every bite with rich umami flavor, while sesame oil brings a toasty aroma to the skillet. Customize it with cooked chicken or tofu for added protein, and finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this easy homemade chow mein is a crowd-pleaser that beats takeout any day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 packs Top Ramen noodles (no seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger (optional)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Carrot, julienned
- 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
- 1 Green bell pepper, sliced thin
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 cup Cooked chicken or tofu (optional)
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets) and cook for 2 minutes until just softened. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and ground ginger to create the sauce. Set aside.
Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the carrots, cabbage, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
If using cooked chicken or tofu, add it to the skillet and stir to combine.
Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables, tossing everything together to coat evenly.
Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the noodles slightly crisp and all ingredients are well combined.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving. Enjoy your homemade Top Ramen Chow Mein!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1447 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 902 mg | 19% | |
*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.
