There is such a funny thing happening today...
It's a BLIZZARD. In the middle of MARCH. What a time to be alive.
Luckily, I have come armed and ready to face down this
Sweet Chili Chicken Ramen!
Just look at this big bowl of happiness--I want to dive right in. There is so much to love, where do I even begin? When I first started imagining homemade ramen, I knew it had to start with beautifully charred, sticky chicken. A sweet chili marinade plus a super hot cast iron skillet get us exactly where we need to be. And what would ramen be without noodles? Well, it would be chicken noodle-less soup, but that's besides the point! We need noodles. I am partial to wide udon noodles, which you can find at any market or grocery store with a large international section. They are perfectly slurp-able but thick enough to hold up to the hot broth.
As for the supporting cast, it's all about big, bold flavors and crunchy, fresh veggies. Celery, ginger and garlic get the party started. A good, low sodium broth (vegetable, mushroom, beef, or chicken would all be great!) gets amped up thanks to soy sauce, fish sauce and sriracha. Trust!
OH! Guys. I forgot the best part. I successfully soft-boiled a couple of eggs, right in the broth I was already cooking. It was scary, but I am confident that we can do it (because I did it! So you can too!)
Let me sum this up...I have been thinking about this ramen since the day I made it. I could eat it over and over again. It may not be perfectly authentic, but it is pretty darn close! Did you try this or another Gas Stove Girl recipe!? Be sure to show it off on Instagram using #GasStoveGirl!
Here's what you need for Sweet Chili Chicken Ramen* (Print Recipe!)
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground garlic
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 large clove garlic, minced
8 cups broth of choice
4 eggs
2 tablespoons fish sauce
8 ounces thick udon noodles
2 cups fresh spinach or bok choy, chopped
4 medium radishes, sliced very thin
cilantro and scallions for garnish
sriracha to taste
Here's what you do
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil. Season the chicken thighs with ground ginger, garlic, salt and pepper. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and hoisin. Add the chicken to the pan and brush with the sauce. Cook for a few minutes then flip and brush the other side. Repeat a few times until all the sauce is on the chicken. Transfer to the oven and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Chop into bite size pieces.
In a large stock pot, heat another tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the celery, ginger and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add the eggs and boil for 7 minutes. Remove from the broth with a spider spoon and immediately run under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
Stir in the fish sauce and remaining soy sauce, then add the noodles. Reduce to simmer; after 5 minutes, stir in the spinach or bok choy and the radishes. Cook until the noodles are tender but toothy and the greens have wilted. Peel the eggs and slice in half. Spoon a generous serving of noodles and broth into 4 big bowls. Top with chicken, eggs, cilantro and scallions. Add a few squirts of sriracha to taste. I recommend using both chopsticks and a spoon for the ultimate ramen experience!
*Gas Stove Girl Original Recipe
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ReplyDeleteThis recipe sounds like a perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. I love how the sweet chili sauce brings a unique twist to traditional ramen without making the preparation overly complicated. The photos also make the finished dish look incredibly inviting. I enjoy trying creative recipes like this at home, and after cooking I usually relax with Officle Xuper TV. Thanks for sharing such a well-written recipe with plenty of helpful tips and inspiration.
ReplyDeleteNothing hits better during a March blizzard than a hot bowl of homemade ramen! That sweet chili chicken marinade seared in a hot cast iron skillet sounds so delicious, and using wide udon noodles was definitely the right move to soak up that rich broth. When taking a break after cooking up cozy comfort food and reading food blogs, streaming live shows and entertainment on xuper tv keeps unwinding quick and easy. Perfect snow day recipe!
ReplyDeleteSoft-boiling the eggs directly in the seasoned broth is such a smart trick! The combination of fish sauce, soy, sriracha, and fresh ginger gives the broth that deep savory flavor without needing to simmer for hours. For foodies and home cooks who like keeping background shows or cooking streams playing on a tablet in the kitchen, having the xuper tv app ready makes streaming super smooth. Thanks for sharing this Gas Stove Girl recipe!
ReplyDeleteThat charred chicken thigh topping with sweet chili and hoisin glaze sounds unreal! Adding sliced radishes, bok choy, and fresh cilantro gives the whole bowl the perfect crunch to balance out the warm broth. Whether relaxing under a blanket after enjoying a big bowl of noodles or streaming live TV channels on your phone, downloading the txupertv apk gives you instant access to live streams anywhere. Can't wait to try this out!
ReplyDeleteSpot-on comfort food post! Using boneless chicken thighs instead of breasts makes a massive difference for keeping the chicken juicy under that high-heat sear. After spending the evening trying out new recipes in the kitchen and catching up on food blogs, kicking back with super tv for live channels and evening shows is my favorite way to end the day. Wonderful write-up!
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