Mexican Ramen

Ingredients

This recipe uses Mexican ingredients such as chipotle peppers, cilantro, and lime to give the ramen a spicy and tangy flavor. The traditional ramen broth is also replaced with a tomato-based broth to give it a Mexican twist. We alse have the original recipe for Ramen, so you can check it out.

• 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz/411g) diced tomatoes 1 can (14.5 oz/411g) diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp (15ml) vegetable oil 1 tbsp (15ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp (15ml) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped 1 tbsp (15ml) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 tbsp (15ml) tomato paste 1 tbsp (15ml) tomato paste
• 1 tsp (5ml) ground cumin 1 tsp (5ml) ground cumin
• 1 tsp (5ml) dried oregano 1 tsp (5ml) dried oregano
• 1 tsp (5ml) salt 1 tsp (5ml) salt
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) black pepper 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) black pepper
• 2 packs (7 oz/198g each) ramen noodles 2 packs (7 oz/198g each) ramen noodles
• 2 cups (470ml) cooked chicken, shredded 2 cups (470ml) cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges 1 lime, cut into wedges

Nutrition

• Calories: 400 kcal / 1674 KJ
• Fat: 8g (2g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 55g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1800mg

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. 2.
   Add the chipotle peppers, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. 4.
   Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions.
5. 5.
   Divide the cooked noodles between 4 bowls. Pour the hot broth over the noodles.
6. 6.
   Top each bowl with shredded chicken, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ramen noodles — Be sure to cook the noodles according to package instructions and rinse them with cold water to prevent them from becoming too starchy.

Tips & Tricks

• To make this dish spicier, add more chipotle peppers or a dash of hot sauce.
• You can also add other toppings such as avocado, sliced jalapenos, or sour cream.
• If you can't find chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can substitute with 1 tsp (5ml) smoked paprika.

Serving advice

Serve hot and garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Presentation advice

Serve in a deep bowl to showcase the broth and toppings.