Mushroom, Pea & Carrot Ramen with Quick Chilli Oil

Craving a flavorful, comforting bowl of ramen that’s quick and easy to make? This Mushroom, Pea & Carrot Ramen with a zesty Quick Chilli Oil will hit the spot! Ready in under 30 minutes and costing just £1.46 per portion, it’s perfect for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients:

For the Quick Chilli Oil:

• 1½ tsp dried chilli flakes
• 6 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 tsp honey, agave syrup, or caster sugar

For the Ramen:

• 6 free-range eggs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 300g/10½oz onion, diced
• 350g/12oz mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 5cm/2in piece fresh root ginger, peeled and grated
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 vegetable stock cubes
• 400g/14oz ramen noodles (wholewheat or any type)
• 300g/10½oz carrots, peeled and finely diced
• 300g/10½oz frozen peas, thawed

Method:

1. Quick Chilli Oil:
   • Stir together all ingredients and set aside for a flavorful kick.
2. Ramen:
   • Boil eggs for 7–8 minutes, cool, peel, and halve.
   • In a large saucepan, sauté onions and mushrooms in olive oil. Add ginger, garlic, black pepper, and soy sauce. Cook briefly, then add crumbled stock cubes and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
   • Prepare noodles as per packet instructions (add if using rice noodles). Add carrots, peas, and cooked noodles to the pan. Simmer for 3 more minutes.
   • Serve in bowls, topped with egg halves and a drizzle of your homemade chilli oil.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes.
• Affordable: Costs just £1.46 per portion.
• Flavour Packed: Topped with homemade chilli oil for extra zing!

Warm up with a bowl of this hearty ramen and enjoy a satisfying, budget-friendly meal.