Vegan Spicy Peanut Ramen Soup
Vegan Spicy Peanut Ramen Soup
Creamy • Cozy • Big Flavor • Ready in 30 Minutes
If comfort food had a spicy, slurpable soulmate, this Vegan Spicy Peanut Ramen Soup would be it. Rich coconut milk, nutty peanut butter, warming spices, and tender ramen noodles come together in one irresistibly creamy bowl that’s equal parts cozy and bold.
This is the kind of recipe you make on chilly nights, busy weeknights, or anytime you’re craving something deeply satisfying but still plant-based and nourishing. One spoonful and you’re hooked. 🌱💛
🥣 Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (or neutral oil)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1–2 tbsp red curry paste (adjust to spice level)
- 3 tbsp natural peanut butter (creamy)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1–2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- Juice of ½ lime
For the Ramen:
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup cooked chickpeas
- Optional veggies: spinach, bok choy, bell peppers
For Garnish (Optional but Highly Recommended):
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Chili oil or red pepper flakes
- Black sesame seeds
- Crushed peanuts
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Build the flavor base
Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
2️⃣ Make it spicy & creamy
Stir in red curry paste and peanut butter until melted and combined.
Slowly whisk in vegetable broth, then add coconut milk, soy sauce, and maple syrup.
3️⃣ Simmer the soup
Bring to a gentle simmer. Add mushrooms and chickpeas.
Let cook for 8–10 minutes so flavors deepen.
4️⃣ Add noodles & greens
Add ramen noodles and any leafy greens.
Cook until noodles are tender (about 3–4 minutes).
5️⃣ Finish with brightness
Turn off heat and stir in fresh lime juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning—more soy sauce for salt, chili for heat, or peanut butter for richness.
🌿 Tips for the Best Peanut Ramen
✨ Use natural peanut butter for the smoothest broth
✨ Full-fat coconut milk = ultra-creamy texture
✨ Want extra heat? Add chili crisp or sambal oelek
✨ Make it gluten-free with rice noodles + tamari
✨ Leftovers thicken—just add a splash of broth when reheating
