Mediterranean Ramen

Ingredients

This Mediterranean Ramen recipe is a fusion of Japanese and Mediterranean flavors. Instead of using traditional ramen noodles, this recipe uses whole wheat spaghetti. The broth is made with a combination of seafood and Mediterranean spices, and the toppings include a variety of vegetables and seafood. We alse have the original recipe for Ramen, so you can check it out.

• 8 oz (225g) whole wheat spaghetti 8 oz (225g) whole wheat spaghetti
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• 1 cup (240ml) clam juice 1 cup (240ml) clam juice
• 1/2 lb (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 lb (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 lb (225g) mussels, cleaned and debearded 1/2 lb (225g) mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1/2 lb (225g) calamari, cleaned and sliced 1/2 lb (225g) calamari, cleaned and sliced
• 1/2 cup (120ml) white wine 1/2 cup (120ml) white wine
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
• 1 tsp (5ml) dried oregano 1 tsp (5ml) dried oregano
• 1 tsp (5ml) dried basil 1 tsp (5ml) dried basil
• 1 tsp (5ml) dried thyme 1 tsp (5ml) dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Nutrition

• Calories: 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat: 6g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 60g (6g sugars)
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 2.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.
   Add the white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the liquid has reduced by half.
4. 4.
   Add the vegetable broth, clam juice, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. 5.
   Add the shrimp, mussels, and calamari to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the seafood is cooked through.
6. 6.
   Divide the spaghetti among four bowls. Ladle the broth and seafood over the spaghetti.
7. 7.
   Top each bowl with chopped parsley, basil, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Seafood — Make sure to clean and devein the shrimp, and clean and debeard the mussels before cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• Use fresh seafood for the best flavor.
• If you don't have clam juice, you can substitute fish stock or chicken broth.
• Add more or less red pepper flakes depending on your spice preference.
• Garnish with additional fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Serving advice

Serve hot and enjoy with a spoon and chopsticks.

Presentation advice

Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs for a pop of color.