Description
Green curry meets ramen in this mouthwatering fusion dish that blends Thai and Japanese culinary traditions. Spicy, fragrant coconut broth cradles tender chicken and silky noodles, inviting you to savor a delightful cross-cultural comfort meal.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
- 2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 8 (6 ounce) packages snow peas
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 lime, zested
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 (13.5 ounce) cans coconut milk
- 3 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup green curry paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Warm a large pot over medium heat, infusing vegetable oil with minced jalapeno, garlic, ginger, and lime zest for 60 seconds, releasing aromatic flavors.
- Incorporate shredded chicken into the fragrant base, stirring quickly to distribute evenly.
- Pour in coconut milk, chicken stock, green curry paste, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and torn basil leaves, allowing the liquid to gently simmer and meld flavors.
- Carefully add ramen noodles, sliced snow peas, and diced bell peppers into the simmering curry broth, cooking for 4 minutes until noodles reach perfect al dente texture and vegetables remain crisp.
- Remove from heat and delicately scatter fresh chopped cilantro across the surface, creating a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Ladle the steaming green curry ramen into serving bowls, ensuring each portion receives an equal distribution of tender chicken, vegetables, and aromatic broth.
Notes
- Spice Level Control: Adjust the amount of jalapeño and green curry paste to match your heat tolerance, ensuring a personalized flavor profile.
- Noodle Texture Tip: Cook ramen noodles just until al dente to prevent mushiness and maintain a satisfying chewy consistency.
- Protein Swap Option: Easily substitute chicken with tofu, shrimp, or beef to create a versatile dish that suits different dietary preferences.
- Meal Prep Hack: Prepare the curry base in advance and add fresh noodles and vegetables just before serving to maintain optimal texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg