We finally had our first snow on Saturday…cozy season has officially begun. It’s the time for mid-afternoon steaming mugs of hot chocolate, creamy pasta, chili, and soups for dinner. So it’s my favorite time…sharing this ramen felt perfectly fitting for a chilly fall Monday. It’s the kind of ramen that’s so easy to prepare, so warming, and of course, delicious.
Let’s talk about the details
For this ramen, you can make it in the crockpot, instant pot, or on the stove. I’ve included directions for each, and either method works great! When I have the time, I love to cook the soup low and slow all day in the slow cooker. It always makes the house smell so good. It’s also nice knowing early on in the day that dinner is basically ready to go. For all three variations, the soup ingredients all go into one pot. They’re simmered together until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily. Next, stir in a splash of coconut milk, which adds a heartiness and creaminess that I really love. Then add the spinach and submerge the noodles into the broth to allow them to cook. It’s so nice not having to boil water for the noodles. For the noodles, I love using Brown Rice and Millet Ramen noodles. You can find them at Whole Foods and in many other grocery stores.
The curry roasted squash
This is “extra”, but for me, ramen is really so much about the toppings. I love them all! And this squash just makes the soup extra special. Toss cubed acorn or butternut squash with spicy curry powder and then roast away until the squash is soft and browning on the edges. If you use the crockpot, do this just before serving. If you’re making this in the instant pot or on the stove, roast the squash while the soup simmers.
Finish it up
Ladle the soup into bowls, then top with all of your favorite ramen toppings. For me, that means lots of curry roasted squash and a soft boiled egg. Then I finish with carrots, plenty of green onions, and lots of cilantro, plus toasted sesame seeds and chili flakes. This ramen is perfect for any night of the week. Whether it’s cool and crisp, pouring rain, or a night where you want a healthy dinner and want it fast. It’s warm, a little creamy, and the sweet-spicy squash on top really seals the deal. It is so good…and so easy. Thankful for easy dinners like this! Looking for other soup recipes? Here are a few ideas: Brie and Cheddar Apple Beer Soup Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken and Avocado Rice Soup 30 Minute Creamy Chicken and Parmesan Sage Dumplings Lastly, if you make this Easy Ginger Chicken and Spinach Ramen, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
