You will LOVE my Spicy Sweet and Sour Ramen Soup Recipe. It's quick and easy and ready in 10 minutes, give or take and with only a handful of ingredients. This Ramen Noodle soup is Umami good and Vegan too!
Everyone likes instant ramen noodles! Am I right! I grew up eating these noodles but my friends and I called them ichiban noodles. They were super tasty and still are, but these days I prefer ditching the flavour packet for a tastier and healthier homemade vegan ramen recipe.
The good news is you can make a way better ramen noodle broth without the flavour packet and in record time. That's one of the great draws of ramen, right!- is how fast, easy and tasty these noodle bowls are to prepare, and the flavour possibilities are endless!
This delicious vegan ramen soup is asian inspired and made with Red curry paste, Sauerkraut (yes you read that right?), Better Than Bouillon Vegetarian No Chicken Soup Base (my favourite veggie soup base), Smoked tofu, Chili garlic sauce if you want it spicy, and some optional but recommended veggies and of course Instant Ramen Noodles.
Together these flavours create a quick & delicious umami flavoured broth.
Saurekraut works beautifully in this soup, creating a perfect sweet and sour flavour, similar to what kimchi would do.
I always have sauerkraut in my fridge because I may have a slight addiction to Field Roast Frankfurters (in a bun with mustard and sauerkraut, omg so good,lol), but hey thats a whole other post, haha.
How to make Spicy Sweet & Sour Vegan Ramen Soup:
- First start by adding all ingredients, except your instant noodles to your soup pot Bring everything to a boil on high heat.
- Next add in the noodles, turn down heat to a lower boil and cook for a few minutes until noodles are done, don't overcook. Remove from the heat. Stir and serve. Voila ramen noodle soup in a flash!
- Lastly garnish your bowl with some chopped green onions and fresh herbs, if that's your thing? Full recipe instructions and ingredients in the recipe card below.
What does Ramen mean?
- Ramen is traditionally a Japanese dish of quick cooking Chinese style wheat noodles ( Japanese noodle soup) that are usually served in a broth and sometimes meat and vegetables are added.
What are Instant ramen noodles?
- Instant ramen noodles are typically made with wheat flour, oil and salt and are precooked and dried into block form before packaging. There are also oil free and preservative free options widely available in stores.
Where do you buy smoked tofu?
- Smoked tofu is available at lot of grocery stores. I buy mine at Walmart.
Recommendations for you:
- I highly recommend J-Lek Red Curry Paste. It is my favourite Thai red curry paste by far. I buy this brand in my local grocery store, if you can’t find it in your area, here is a link for you
- And of course I always recommend Vegetarian Better Than Bouillon Soup Base, it adds so much flavour to soups, stews, sauces, etc,...
Ok lets make some Spicy Sweet & Sour Vegan Ramen Noodle Soup! You will love this soup, it's:
QUICK & EASY
ADDICTING
FILLING
UMAMI GOOD
CHEAP TO MAKE
SLURPALICIOUS?
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Vegan Ramen Soup (Sweet, Sour & Spicy)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
You will LOVE my Spicy Sweet and Sour Ramen Soup Recipe. It's quick and easy and ready in 10 minutes, give or take and with only a handful of ingredients. This Ramen Noodle Soup is Umami good and Vegan too!
Ingredients
- ½ package smoked tofu, chopped into small cubes
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms, (optional but tasty)
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers, jarred, (optional)
- 2 and ½ tbsps red curry paste
- 2 tbsps Better than Bouillon Vegetarian No Chicken soup Base
- 2 tsp (or more) chili garlic sauce
- ¾ cup sauerkraut, drained REALLY well
- 5 cups water
- 2 packages Ramen noodles, discard the seasoning packets ( there are a lot of oil and preservative free ramen noodles available in stores now)
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
- sliced green onions, (green part only)
- chopped fresh herbs like cilantro and basil
Instructions
- First start by adding all ingredients, except your instant noodles to your soup pot Bring everything to a boil on high heat.
- Next add in the noodles, turn down heat to a lower boil and cook for a few minutes until noodles are done, don't overcook. Remove from the heat. Stir and serve. Voila ramen noodle soup in a flash!
- Lastly garnish your bowl with some chopped green onions and fresh herbs, if that's your thing! Enjoy! Step by step photos in above post
Notes
- I do not recommend Thai Kitchen Brand Red Curry Paste. I do not like the flavour.
- For a more sour flavour add some sauerkraut juice 1 tablespoon at a time, tasting as you go?
- If you'd like a sweeter broth feel free to add a teaspoon or two of sugar.
- if you'd prefer your soup on the mild side just omit the chili garlic sauce, want it spicer add more?
- If you don't have veggies on hand the soup will still be super tasty!
- fresh herbs and green onions are optional. Tasty either way.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Jenny
I make this at least 3 times a week maybe more usually for dinner as I live alone -very enjoyable. I usually throw in whatever leftovers I might have in the fridge. Done deal! Thanks it’s so simple and the broth is really addictive
Verna
So glad you enjoying the recipe thanks so much for your feedback!
Meg
I've loved all your soup recipes I've tried! What are your thoughts on blending the sauerkraut into the broth for a smoother consistency? Some of my family aren't saurkraut fans. Thank you!
Verna
Interesting idea Meg! I'd start with half as it might add quite the flavour punch that way. Let me know how it goes if you try it!! Very curious!
Midge
This totally satisfies my pho craving . I had Thai basil and sprouts and lime with it,
Verna
thanks Midge!! Love those additions- yum!!
Alana
Found some smoked tofu at Walmart and made this recipe. It was terrific . My oldest daughter kept saying. Mom this is so good. Definitely on our soup rotation now
Verna
yay! thats great! thanks for your comment Alana
Markus
Excellent soup! I added some spinach and cilantro. Keep em coming Verna we love your recipes!
The Cheeky Chickpea
Nice! sounds delicious. Thanks so much for you kind words?
Hanna
I never would have thought to add sauerkraut. Definitely trying this one.
The Cheeky Chickpea
It's delicious, enjoy ? Thanks for your comment Hanna!