Here are two more low-calorie ramen bowls that stay under 300 calories by leaning on high-protein add-ins and bold aromatics.
Spicy Red Miso & Tofu Ramen
Japanese-Style
1 serving | 15 minutes
Sources: Estimated from USDA FoodData Central for tofu, red miso, and shirataki
1 serving
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12 steps · 12 min of timed cooking
Rinse the **shirataki noodles** under cold running water for 1 minute, parboil in boiling water for **2 minutes**, then drain thoroughly.⏱ 1 min
Bring the **vegetable broth** to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Ladle 2 tablespoons of warm broth into a small ramekin, whisk with the **red miso** and **chili garlic paste** until dissolved, and stir back into the pot.
Add the **firm tofu** and **sweet corn**, letting them simmer gently for **3 minutes**.⏱ 3 min
Stir in the **baby spinach** and noodles, cooking for **1 minute** just until the greens wilt.⏱ 1 min
Pour into a deep bowl and finish with the **toasted sesame oil** and **sliced scallion**.
Rinse and drain the **noodles**, boil in plain water for **2 minutes**, and drain well.⏱ 2 min
Heat the **toasted sesame oil** in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then sauté the **sliced garlic** and **red pepper flakes** for **30 seconds** until fragrant.⏱ 30 sec
Pour in the **chicken broth** and **soy sauce**, bringing the mixture to a brisk simmer.
Add the **raw shrimp** and **baby bok choy**, simmering for **2 to 3 minutes** until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.⏱ 3 min
Fold in the noodles and warm them through for **1 minute**.⏱ 1 min
Transfer to a ramen bowl and serve immediately while steaming hot.
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Chef’s tip · Never boil the broth after stirring in the miso paste, as boiling destroys its subtle fermentation aroma and turns the broth cloudy.
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