Peanut Butter Ramen is fast, saucy, and packed with flavor. Ramen, edamame, and a creamy peanut sauce in 15 to 20 minutes.
Peanut Butter Ramen
Peanut Butter Ramen is a meal bursting with flavor that’s conveniently made with pantry staples and a few other simple ingredients. The only fresh components you’ll need are herbs– but don’t worry, this dish will still taste amazing even without them!
This recipe borrows and slightly tweaks the sauce from these beloved Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps. It’s a family favorite that relies on pantry staples, and it’s also the first peanut sauce that managed to win over my kids! Paired with the noodles, this sauce takes the dish to the next level – you’re going to fall in love with it!
Peanut Butter Ramen Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps or Tips |
|---|---|
| Ramen noodles | Use instant ramen and discard the seasoning packets |
| Edamame | Frozen peas work well or skip entirely |
| Natural peanut butter | Chunky peanut butter works if you want texture |
| Soy sauce | Use regular soy sauce, not lite |
| Rice vinegar | White wine vinegar is a good swap |
| Toasted sesame oil | A little goes a long way |
| Ginger & garlic paste | Fresh minced works too if preferred |
How To Make Peanut Butter Ramen (Tips)
- Salt the water: Salt the boiling water so the noodles cook up more flavorful.
- Ramen: Stop cooking about 30 seconds early to avoid mushy noodles.
- Rinse noodles: Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
- Add sauce: Toss the sauce with the noodles while they’re still warm so it coats evenly.
- Mix gently: Use tongs and toss gently to keep the noodles intact.
Adding More Protein
This Peanut Butter Ramen is satisfying as is, thanks to the edamame and peanut butter, but it’s also easy to customize.
- Tofu: Pan fry cubes until golden, then add.
- Chickpeas or lentils: Great plant based options.
- Chicken: Grilled, baked, or rotisserie works well.
- Shrimp: Quickly sauté and toss in at the end.
Shortcuts
- Use frozen veggies: Frozen edamame needs no prep and cooks right with the noodles for this peanut butter ramen.
- Use store bought shortcuts: Grab pre sliced green onions plus ginger and garlic paste, or use frozen garlic and ginger cubes straight from the freezer.
- Make the sauce ahead: Prep the peanut butter ramen sauce in advance and store it in the fridge. Warm it for 30 seconds to 1 min before tossing with the noodles.
Storage
- Make ahead: The peanut butter ramen sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance.
- Store leftovers: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm gently and add a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
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Peanut Butter Ramen
Peanut Butter Ramen is a quick, flavor-packed meal with tender noodles, edamame, and a creamy peanut sauce that’s sweet, savory, tangy, and just a little spicy. Ready in 20 minutes, and it’s so satisfying!
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 5 (3-ounce) packets instant ramen noodles 15 ounces total, see note 1
- 2 cups shelled edamame or frozen peas or skip addition entirely, see note 2
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 bunch green onions divided
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro optional
- 4 teaspoons sesame seeds
- Handful of coarsely chopped dry-roasted peanuts optional
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
- 2-1/2 tablespoons soy sauce not lite!
- 1-1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons ginger paste see note 3
- 2 teaspoons garlic paste or minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha see note 4
Instructions
- Bring 12 cups water to a rolling boil and mix in the salt. Add the edamame. The cooking time may vary depending on the brand; it is about 4–5 minutes for me. With this in mind, add the ramen noodles to the boiling water during the last 2 and 1/2 minutes of the edamame’s cook time (or 30 seconds less than what the ramen package instructs). After they’re cooked, drain everything and rinse quickly under cold water to stop any sticking.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a glass liquid measuring cup. Whisk until the mixture is smooth. Meanwhile, thinly slice the green onions until you have about 2/3 cup. Set aside some extra for garnishing. If using, finely chop the cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine drained noodles and edamame with the green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Pour the sauce on top and gently toss with tongs to coat noodles evenly. If desired, garnish with chopped peanuts and the reserved green onions before serving.
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Recipe Notes
Note 1: Discard the ramen seasoning packets (or save for another recipe) and just use the noodles.
Note 2: Edamame is sold fresh or frozen in the store, but I typically use frozen shelled soybeans since it’s hard for me to find fresh in my area. Can’t find edamame? Use frozen peas instead or skip entirely—noodles will still be delicious!
Note 3: To simplify the process, I use refrigerated garlic paste and ginger paste. Using these products helps guarantee an even distribution of these flavors in each packet (if you use fresh ginger or garlic, they tend to settle at the bottom and may end up concentrated in one packet). Alternatively, use Dorot’s® garlic and ginger cubes.
Note 4: While the quantity of sriracha can be tailored to your heat tolerance, reducing it may also diminish the overall flavor.
Leftovers: Store leftover Peanut Butter Ramen in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 722kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 2847mg | Potassium: 660mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 7mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Cant wait to make this soon for me i never had peanut butter ramen before perfect for my after office meals love your recipes as always brightens up my day everyday after work
You’re going to love! Enjoy! 🙂