Ramen Noodle Peanut Stir-Fry

By jeff and alli -

 This was a hit with the family, except for Hazel (she didn't try it).  It serves 4-6.  You can make this with or without meat and feel free to change up the veggies.  You could easily add mushrooms, or edamame, or leave out the carrots...use what you enjoy.  The recipe suggested serving with soft-boiled eggs, which I did, but I didn't think it added much flavor wise, but it could help the meal be more filling.  This cooks on high heat and fast.  I think it is easiest to have everything prepped and organized so you can quickly go from one step to the next.  


Ingredients:


Stir-Fry Sauce

1/2 cup soy sauce

2 T honey

1 T miso paste / miso concentrate broth

3/4-1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated

1/2  T sriracha sauce (this depends on your interest in heat. adjust as you like)

Juice of 1 lime

1 teaspoon ground pepper

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon


Stir-Fry

10 ounce ramen noodles 

2 T vegetable oil

1 head broccoli, chopped in florets

1 red bell pepper sliced

1 orange bell pepper sliced

3 carrots shredded or diced

1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced (optional)

1 package firm tofu, cubed (optional)

1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

4 scallions, chopped


Directions:

1. Make the stir-fry sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together all the stir-fry sauce ingredients and set aside.

2. Make the Stir-Fry: Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.  Add ramen noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes.  Drain and set aside.

3. In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 T of oil over high heat.  When it shimmers, add the broccoli, peppers and carrots.  Cook until just tender and bright.  Add a few tablespoons of the sauce and cook, stirring a bit, until all your vegetables are coated.  Transfer to a plate.

4. Add remaining oil to the wok.  When it shimmers, add the steak (if using) and sear 2-3 minutes per side.  If using tofu instead, cook until it lightly browns and crisps the outside.  Add a few tablespoons of the sauce and cook until everything is covered.  

5. Add the chopped peanuts and toss with your meat or tofu.  Return veggies to the wok and add the cooked noodles as well.  Add the remaining stir-fry sauce and cilantro and scallions, and toss everything together.  Cook for 2-3 minutes more.

6. serve with cooked eggs if you like.


Enjoy!





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