Spicy Shrimp Ramen Noodles with Asparagus

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Servings: 2
Yield: 2 servings

Description

Flavor instant ramen noodles with fresh shrimp, fresh asparagus, and seasonings you control for an easy, delicious new ramen experience.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup chopped carrot
4 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)
5 fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
2 (3 ounce) packages instant ramen noodles, flavor packet discarded
2 green onions, chopped

Directions

1 Heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large soup pot over medium heat; cook and stir shrimp until bright pink, about 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
2 Heat remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil; cook and stir carrots and sliced mushrooms until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Pour in broth, hoisin, soy sauce, and chile-garlic sauce. Bring to a boil; boil 3 minutes.
3 Add asparagus and ramen noodles; boil 3 minutes. Turn off heat. Stir shrimp back into the pot; let stand 4 minutes.
4 Divide mixture between two bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions.