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Curry Kare Kare Ramen

THE PHILIPPINES

Curry Peanut Butter Ramen

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Jan

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Jan took one of her favorite childhood stews and transformed it into a quick and easy meal with instant noodles!

Discover a unique fusion dish with Curry Kare Kare Ramen, a Filipino-inspired twist on classic instant noodles. This innovative recipe elevates your everyday Indomie chicken curry noodles into a rich, creamy, and flavorful meal. Combining the nutty essence of peanut butter with the smooth richness of coconut milk, Curry Kare Kare Ramen transforms simple instant noodles into a comforting, restaurant-worthy experience.

Start by boiling your noodles with fresh baby bok choy or long beans, adding vibrant greens directly to the broth for a nutritious touch. The magic comes from blending peanut butter with a bit of boiling water, creating a thick, velvety sauce that perfectly complements the noodles’ texture. A splash of coconut milk at the end gives the soup a luscious, silky consistency that’s reminiscent of traditional Filipino kare-kare stew.

Top your ramen with a soft-boiled egg, crispy fried tofu puffs, or your favorite protein for extra heartiness. Optional garnishes like green onions, chili crisp, a squeeze of lime, or a dab of bagong (shrimp paste) add layers of flavor that make each bite exciting.

Perfect for busy nights or a cozy solo meal, Curry Kare Kare Ramen showcases the versatility of instant noodles while honoring the rich, nutty flavors of Filipino cuisine. This dish is ideal for home cooks looking to experiment with fusion recipes or anyone craving a quick, indulgent, and satisfying noodle experience.

Elevate your noodle game and enjoy the bold, comforting flavors of Curry Kare Kare Ramen, a playful yet authentic Filipino-inspired twist that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.

Curry Kare Kare Ramen

Servings 1
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack Chicken Curry Indomie
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • 1 Tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 handful green beans or baby bok choy or long beans
  • 1 soft boiled egg or fried tofu puffs
  • green onions chopped, optional
  • chili crisp optional
  • lime optional
  • Bagoong (shrimp paste) optional

Instructions
 

  • Boil your water according to the noodles package instructions. If you want more broth, add more water.
  • Once it's boiling, you can add the veggies (depending on how soft you want them) and the noodles.
  • Take some tablespoons of boiling water and use it to thin out peanut butter in separate dish.
  • Once the noodles start to get soft and almost done, add the flavor packets and peanut butter. This should start to thicken the soup.
  • At the end, add the coconut milk and stir. Turn off the heat.
  • Pour in a bowl and top with your protein and toppings (green onions, chili oil, lime, and/or bagong)
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Region: Asia

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I have been in the film and media industry for the past 12 years and have worked for companies including Great Big Story, ABC, CNN, Martha Stewart, News Corporation, Harper Collins and Fast Company.