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Lunch Box Ramen
Be sure to opt for organic ramen when making this to avoid the deep-fried noodles and artificial ingredients in conventional ramen. You can find organic ramen in specialty markets and the natural foods section of some supermarkets. Baked and smoked tofu is sold in the refrigerated section of the market near other types of tofu. To reduce the amount of sodium, start with one seasoning packet instead of two. Taste and adjust as needed.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 lunch box servings
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 2 two-ounce packages organic ramen noodles, any flavor
- 1/2 cup cooked edamame (or another cooked chopped vegetable)
- 1/2 cup cubed baked or smoked tofu (or cooked chicken, beef or pork)
- 2 gently packed cups baby spinach
Instructions
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Pour the water into a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add the ramen seasoning packet and stir. Break up the ramen noodles as you add them to the boiling broth. Add the edamame, tofu, and spinach. Cook 1 minute less than the instructions suggest. Remove from heat. Stir and transfer immediately to thermoses (tongs can be useful to transfer the noodles).