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Vegan Mushroom & Pak Choi Ramen

Name: Vegan Mushroom & Pak Choi Ramen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: East Asia
Ingredients: 30 ml / 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 8 cloves garlic, finely sliced; 1 thumb sized piece of ginger, cut into matchsticks; 225 g / 8 oz chestnut mushrooms, thickly sliced; 90 ml / 6 tbsp soy sauce; 2 whole star anise; 1.5 litres / 63 oz fresh water; 1 large red onion, finely sliced; 6 baby pak choi, quartered; 1 small bunch coriander, picked; 30 ml / 2 tbsp mushroom ketchup; 30 ml / 2 tbsp mirin; 2 cubes vegetable stock; 200 g / 7 oz dried Udon noodles

Vegan Ramen, Mushroom Udon Soup, Kinoko Ramen

Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Make Time: 25 minutes
Calories: 380 / serving
Diet: Vegan

The essentials, at a glance

East Asia Lunch Snack Dairy-FreePlant-Based

A comforting plant-based take on the classic Japanese noodle soup. It features an earthy mushroom broth paired with crisp pak choi and chewy udon noodles. This dish offers a rich umami profile that is both satisfying and nutritious.

ProteinProtein 12.0g

FatFat 14.0g

CarbsCarbs 52.0g

Above values do not change with any serving size changes you make below

Instructions

Heat a large saucepan or stock pot over medium heat and add the sesame oil.

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté over high heat until they are browned on the outside.

Stir in the garlic, star anise, and ginger, frying for a few seconds until fragrant.

Add all remaining ingredients to the pan, excluding the coriander leaves.

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook very gently for 10 minutes, or until the noodles are just soft.

Stir in the coriander leaves, reserving a few for garnish.

Ladle the soup into warmed bowls, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Garnish with the remaining coriander leaves and a final drizzle of soy sauce and sesame oil.

Nutritional Benefits

Mushrooms provide essential B vitamins and antioxidants.

Pak choi is rich in vitamins A, C, and K.

Ginger and garlic support a healthy immune system.

Sesame oil provides heart-healthy unsaturated fats.

Nutritional information is provided as a general guide only. Values may vary and should not replace professional medical or dietary advice.

Recipe Credit

veganfoodandliving.comEasy Vegan Mushroom & Pak Choi Ramen - Vegan Food & LivingThis is our take on a delicious vegan ramen soup. Make this easy vegan mushroom and pak choi ramen when you need a filling meal.

A Hearty Vegan Ramen Bowl

Andrew T. 1 Nov 2026

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Vegan Mushroom & Pak Choi Ramen · Andrew T.

Chestnut mushrooms provide a deep, earthy foundation that perfectly mimics the richness of traditional meat-based stocks. By sautéing them in toasted sesame oil before simmering, you unlock a concentrated umami flavour that carries the entire bowl. The addition of star anise and ginger adds a lovely aromatic warmth, while the mirin brings a subtle sweetness to balance the salty soy sauce.

The Perfect Texture

I love how the chewy udon noodles contrast with the crisp, fresh bite of baby pak choi. It is a satisfying combination that feels like a proper hug in a bowl, making it a brilliant choice for a comforting lunch. Finishing the dish with a fresh sprinkle of coriander and a final drizzle of oil ensures every spoonful is vibrant and fragrant.

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Where Geography Meets Gastronomy

Yumpedia: Japan

Ramen has a fascinating history, originating from Chinese wheat noodles before being adopted and evolved in Japan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. While traditionally associated with pork-based tonkotsu or soy-based shoyu broths, the modern era has seen a surge in plant-based interpretations that prioritise the "umami" flavour profile through the use of fungi and fermented pastes.

The use of mushrooms in Japanese cuisine is deeply rooted in the appreciation of seasonal, forest-foraged ingredients. In vegan ramen, mushrooms serve as the primary source of depth, mimicking the richness of meat-based stocks. The addition of pak choi, a staple of East Asian cooking, provides a necessary textural contrast and a burst of freshness to balance the salty soy and sweet mirin.

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