Asian Mushroom Ramen Noodles (Printer-Friendly)
Quick Asian noodles glazed with caramelised mushrooms and a savory sauce for a tasty, satisfying side.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Noodles
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2 packets instant ramen noodles, uncooked, seasoning discarded
→ Vegetables
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14 ounces sliced mushrooms (any variety)
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5 green onions, cut into 2-inch segments, whites and greens separated
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2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Oils
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1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil or neutral-flavored oil
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2 teaspoons sesame oil (toasted preferred)
→ Liquids
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1 1/4 cups water, plus additional as needed
→ Sauce
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1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce as alternative)
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2 teaspoons hoisin sauce (or additional oyster sauce)
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1 tablespoon mirin (substitute: Chinese cooking wine, dry sherry, or non-alcoholic option by replacing water with 1/2 cup water plus 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth and omitting mirin)
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and mirin in a small bowl. Set aside.
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Cut green onions into 2-inch pieces, separating the white and pale green parts from the green tops.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes until they begin to brown.
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Add minced garlic and sesame oil to the skillet. Continue cooking until mushrooms and garlic are golden and fragrant.
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Stir in the prepared sauce and the white parts of the green onions. Cook for 1 minute until mushrooms are caramelized and glazed.
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Push mushrooms to the side of the skillet to create a well. Pour in water, add noodle blocks, and cook for 45 seconds. Flip noodles, cook for another 30 seconds, then break them apart.
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Add the green parts of the green onions and toss everything together. Add more water if necessary to achieve a saucy consistency. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use toasted sesame oil for a deeper flavor. Substitute mirin with Chinese cooking wine, dry sherry, or a non-alcoholic mixture of chicken broth and water if preferred.
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Avoid cooking the noodles separately; cooking them directly in the skillet with the mushrooms yields optimal texture and flavor.