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This Ramen Stir Fry is the tastiest noodle dish, ready in 20 minutes! Prepackaged ramen noodles are cooked and stir-fried with tons of veggies in a homemade sweet Asian sauce. So so tasty and super kid-friendly. Delicious with Homemade Potstickers or Asian Salmon.
Ramen Stir Fry vs Stir Fry Noodles
You might be asking yourself what the big difference is concerning these two dishes. Not much!
Stir Fry Noodles can include a wide variety of noodle types such as egg noodles, udon noodles, chow mein noodles, spaghetti, linguine, and ramen noodles!
Ramen stir fry is specifically made with, you guessed it, ramen noodles (yes the packaged kind you most likely ate as a poor college student). It’s cheap, cooks fast, and is tossed with tons of veggies and a great-tasting sauce.
Feel free to use what you like or have with this recipe. Just be sure to add in some powdered chicken bouillon if you aren’t going to use the cheap ramen that comes with flavor packets.
Which Ramen Flavor Should I Choose?
Pick the ramen flavor that you like best, we used chicken flavor but pork, beef or shrimp would work just as well.
Veggie Options
There are 3 whole cups of veggies stir-fried right alongside these ramen noodles and my kids ate it all! I’m talking carrots, celery, broccoli, green beans, and more! It was a sight to behold. I highly recommend using veggies your own family will eat so if that means making some substitutions, by all means, go ahead. Here are some ideas that would go well with this dish:
- carrots
- celery
- broccoli
- green beans
- cabbage
- cauliflower
- snow peas
- edemame
- mushrooms
- asparagus
- sprouts
- bell peppers
Can I Add a Protein to this Dish?
You can absolutely add protein to this vegetarian dish. You’ll want to fully cook your protein before you add in your veggies to stir fry. Consider adding chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, or eggs to this ramen stir fry recipe.
Ramen Stir Fry Sauce
Did I mention that I created a sauce for this dish using some Asian condiments, sesame oil, and water, along with some of the flavored seasoning packets that come with the ramen? These ingredients create a light, slightly sweet, and flavorful sauce that pairs really well with the noodles and veggies. We obviously didn’t hate it.
What can I use Instead of Mr.Yoshida Sauce?
Mr.Yoshida Sauce can be found either in the condiment section or the Asian section at most grocery stores. If you can’t find it, no big deal! Simply replace with a yummy teriyaki sauce like this one or this one. Or if you need a quick fix, use a little more hoisin sauce.
How to Stir Fry Ramen
Don’t forget to find all of these details in the printable recipe card down below! Here’s how to make Ramen Stir Fry:
Cook Ramen Noodles
Bring large pot of water to boil and cook ramen noodles plain until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
Stir Fry Veggies
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Cook onion for 1-2 minutes or until it starts to brown lightly and become translucent. Add in the remaining veggies and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes.
Cover with Sauce
Toss cooked ramen into the hot pan and toss with veggies. Sprinkle the chicken flavor packets and granulated garlic over top of the noodles and add in the remaining wet ingredients. Toss together to coat noodles and veggies in sauce.
Remove from heat and serve hot.
Storing Ramen Stir Fry
What’s even better about this recipe is that it makes for great leftovers, perfect for meal prep or lunch the next day. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or in the freezer for up to four months. Thaw completely, then reheat in the microwave or oven (covered with foil) until heated through.
More Recipes to Try!
- Versatile Stir Fry Sauce
- Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
- Beef Stir Fry Recipe (Macro Friendly)
- Homemade Teriyaki Chicken
- Asian Salmon Recipe
So if you are into a super-fast dinner that is made with $0.27 ramen noodles but packed with veggies, then this is the recipe for you! Scroll down to get my full printable recipe, and pin and share as you like! This is a good one you’re going to want to make again and again.
Have a great day, friends!
Ramen Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 9 oz Ramen noodles* (3 packages) I used chicken flavor
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
- 1 1/2 cups onion diced
- 2-3 cups fresh veggies** chopped
- 2 chicken flavor packets from the packages of ramen above
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 3/4 cup cold water
- 1/3 cup Mr. Yoshida sauce
Instructions
- Bring large pot of water to boil and cook ramen noodles plain until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Cook onion for 1-2 minutes or until it starts to brown lightly and become translucent. Add in the remaining veggies and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Toss cooked ramen into the hot pan and toss with veggies. Sprinkle the chicken flavor packets and granulated garlic over top of the noodles and add in the remaining wet ingredients. Toss together to coat noodles and veggies in sauce.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
I made this tonight and may have overcooked the noodles which seemed soggy. The favor was ok but nothing to rave about. I used teriyaki and added chicken. Won’t be making again.
This recipe is the bomb. We loved it. Used carrots, celery and broccoli for veggies. I did add some rotisserie chicken and doubled the sauce. It was delicious. My granddaughter even marked her leftovers in the fridge ” do not eat this is mine.”
What is a similar substitution for the yoshida sauce? I’m in Canada amd we don’t have it…
This was amazing. Used a bag of frozen veggies. Perfect night meal for a tired health care worker momma! Thanks Lauren for always adding yummy meals to my families bellies!
what is Mr. YOSHIDA Sauce?
It’s like a premade asian sauce.
Easy, healthy and delicious!
I was looking for a way to get my kids to eat a good portion of veggies, and this was it! It was SOO good and we ate it all! My 4 year old asked for seconds and that never happens! Thank you for creating family friendly recipes, my 2 year old even helped cook!!
This is our go to for a quick and satisfying meal! We add shrimp to this. Yum!
Making tonight, with a couple modifications! Mr yoshida sauce is a sweet teriyaki type sauce, called sweet and savory, you can buy in bulk at Costco, as well as small bottles in grocery stores. There are other flavors as well, but the sweet and savory is to die for! Might be more widely available here in Oregon because the Yoshida’s are from Troutdale!
Anyone looking for Mr Yoshida sauce, you should try the simmer sauces that you can find in most grocery stores. I use this one: https://www.fooducate.com/product/Safeway-Select-Simmer-Sauce-Sesame-Ginger/42534528-85F2-11E2-9B11-1231381A4CEA
It’s a pretty good replacement for cheap cost.
At what point do you add the garlic powder? The recipe doesn’t specify. We added chicken for some protein.
You add it in with the flavor packets.
That’s what we figured. Thanks for fixing it.
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This recipe was amazing! My whole family loved it. I had some steak to it which made it even better!
HUGE hit last night for dinner with entire family Loaded it up with tons of veggies and plates were clean before they knew it. Thanks for a super easy and great recipe!
Thanks for the comment!! So glad you found a way to get your kids to eat their veggies!!
Made this tonight and it was a hit! Used carrots, celery, and broccoli, and added in chicken. I also had to make a homemade hoisin sauce as I forgot to add this to my grocery list. Super nummy!
Super easy and super delicious.
You feature great recipes on your blog and I’m certainly going to try this one..
Yum! This looks so good!
When I was a teacher, we made something similar to this. Ramen noodles are a nice shortcut, but you can still make healthy meals with it.
I love this recipe! Thanks so much for sharing it! I enjoy following you and I have done so for the past 2 years. You know how to make everyone feel like they are your best friend. ❤️ Thanks for being AMAZING!
I have been craving asian lately!! Definitely going to try this one.
Love that this is quick and easy, definitely going to make this soon
This looks crazy amazing and easy! I know my 2 oldest will gobble it up!
I love finding ways to dress up instant Ramen and this looks SO good! Going to have to make this for dinner this week!
This looks delicious!
oh my gosh, think I ate 75% of this : ( Delish. I found Mr. Yoshida sauce near the marinades, ketchup etc. NOT the Asian/Oriental aisle. Odd but glad I found.
Was so happy to see this recipe- was looking for something like this,! I know I can always trust your recipes, and this one was AWESOME! Enjoy reading your posts & trying new things, never worry about trying something new if it’s one of yours. Thanks for all the work that goes into your site 😍
I used to make a dish like this, I’ll have to try your recipe, sounds delicious!
We’re going to try this recipe out
This looks super yummy, I am going to try it this week on my day off. Thank you
Can’t wait to try this! I have a bunch of store bought ramen noodles waiting to be eaten, and this is the perfect recipe!
I was just on Amazon looking for a Wok, hubby Christmas gift, and got overwhelmed by the choices/reviews. Do you have one that you would recommend? Great timing on an Asian recipe, Thanks!
No, I don’t own a wok so I have no idea which one would be best. Sorry!
I made this last night! It was super easy and so delicious. I couldn’t find Mr. Yoshida sauce, so I got PF Chang’s teriyaki sauce instead and used 1/3 cup of that with 1/3 of hoisin. It was yummy! Thanks for the recipe.
I will add some protein: like chicken or leftover turkey!
Yes, we do that too!!
I agree with Valerie’s comment and ask the same question….what is Mr Yoshida sauce.. maybe it’s not available in Canada what would be a good substitute?
It’s kinda like a teriyaki sauce. Just use teriyaki or more hoisin if you can’t find it.
This looks so delish, I am totally adding to my menu for next week. Can i use any teriyaki sauce in place of the Mr. Yoshida sauce?
Yes!! For sure 🙂
What would you use in place of sesame oil?
I use the sesame oil just for flavor, so I would just omit completely.
I would probably substitute the packaged ramen noodles for the fresh ones found in the refrigerated section at some grocery stores or your local Asian market. My kids do love the packaged ramen noodles, though!
For those asking about Yoshida’s sauce, my local Coscto has Yoshida’s Sauce, but you can also find it in the Asian section of your local grocery store. If they don’t have it, it’s most comparable to a teriyaki type flavored sauce. It’s sweeter than soy sauce or oyster sauce, since it has sugar and HFCS.
The fresh ones are yummy too!!
Can it be made with beef ramen
Sure, though I can’t guarantee how good it will be since we usually only buy the chicken kind. (I’m sure it will be fine, but I’m just covering my bases.)
yes sounds great except I don’t know the Mr. Yolanda sauce, not in Tn.
Try using teriyaki sauce or more hoisin instead.
I’m going to try to start commenting more, like you asked on Insta 🙂
This looks so good! My husband loves any kind of Asian food so I think it will be right up his alley.
I do have a question, I’ve never heard of Mr. Yoshida’s sauce. I googled it and it seems there are different flavors. Did you use the original? Is there anything I could use as a substitute for that?
I used the original kind of Mr. Yoshida’s, but teriyaki sauce is a great thing to substitute with.
I’m in Missouri and I’ve never heard of Mr yoshida sauce, either. This dish sounds wonderful.
I wold think hoisin or oyster sauce could be used if Mr. Yoshido sauce is not available.
Hoisin yes! Oyster sauce no!
I think Mr Yoshida sauce is a brand of a soy sauce.
That sounds and looks delicious. I love Ramen.
Just one question. What is Mr Yoshida sauce? I don’t think that’s available to me here in Germany (added: it is, at Amazon, for about 110$…uhm, no). Do you have any ideas for substitutions?
This looks great! I’m trying to figure out dinner for tomorrow and I think this may be it! Question though – What is Mr. Yoshida sauce? We live in Canada I don’t recall seeing that at my local grocery store (though I may have just missed it). Thanks!
You can replace it with Sweet Baby Ray’ s sweet Teriyaki sauce or look it up online and make Mr. Yoshida sauce (which is made from soya sauce, lots of sugar and other ingredients)