Ingredients
For the Low Sodium Ramen Soup
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
1 cup chopped vegetables (bok choy, mushrooms, green onions, or your choice)
4 cups water or no-salt-added vegetable/chicken broth
4 ounces thin rice noodles
Optional toppings: fresh parsley or cilantro, sesame seeds, chili flakes
For the Ramen Egg
2 eggs
Water
Instructions
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Prepare the Ramen Egg (Optional):
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Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
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Add eggs and boil for 7 minutes.
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Remove eggs and place in cold water until cool enough to handle.
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Peel and set aside.
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Make the Soup:
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In a medium pot, heat sesame oil over low heat.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 3–4 minutes until golden.
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Stir in onion powder, ground ginger, cayenne (if using), and low sodium soy sauce.
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Add chopped vegetables and water/broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
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Cook the Noodles:
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Add rice noodles directly to the soup and cook according to package instructions.
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Assemble and Serve:
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Slice the ramen egg and add to the soup if using.
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Divide soup into two bowls and garnish with parsley, cilantro, sesame seeds, or chili flakes. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Vegetable Options: Feel free to swap in bell peppers, carrots, green beans, bamboo shoots, edamame, or corn.
- Protein Options: Add cooked chicken, tofu, shrimp, or tempeh for extra protein.
- Spice Level: Adjust cayenne pepper or chili flakes to your preferred heat level.
- Low Sodium Tip: Using no-salt-added broth and minimal soy sauce keeps sodium content low while maintaining flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min