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You can have a homemade bowl of Coconut Curry Ramen on your table in about an hour packed with delicious flavors like red curry paste, coconut milk, and melt-in-your-mouth caramelized pork with this easy Instant Pot recipe!
If that didn't get your attention, I don't know what will. I drool a little bit every time I think about this Thai red curry ramen. The flavor is just that good.
Similar to the ramen that you're used to, but with a flair of umami flavors like Thai red curry paste (you can use this massaman curry paste or panang curry paste too!) and fish sauce, and sweetened with peanut butter and coconut sugar, you will think you're in heaven.
It also bears some semblance to laksa, a Malaysian style coconut curry noodle soup that stole my heart years ago.
And forget about the hours upon hours it takes to make a ramen broth, we're going to do in in the Instant Pot in about an hour. kind of like this Instant Pot Ramen, spicy chicken ramen, tan tan tamen or this Turkey Ramen.
If you don't have an Instant Pot yet, read this post to decide if it's for you or not. I am madly in love with mine.
So yes, this takes slightly over an hour to cook, but guys, most of that time is "sit around and wait for the Instant Pot to be done" time, which means it's time for NETFLIX!
Napping is also condoned. Or learn a little more about the types of ramen.
Ingredients
Pork shoulder is the best cut for pork as it has a good amount of fat. If you're feeling extra motivated, make this Kakuni (braised pork belly).
And you know I'm going to recommend you make your own red curry paste (if you haven't already). It's just so much better than the store bought.
However, I know sometimes you just don't have time. I get it. It happens to me too often. You can find it in your local grocery store, or buy it HERE on Amazon (affiliate link). And if you end up with extra, use it to make this Curry Mac and Cheese or this Curry Pumpkin Soup.
You can use fresh or dried ramen noodles. Fresh noodles may be more difficult to find, but many Asian markets have them. I love the fresh, but tend to use dried for convenience. You can use the dried ones that come in the .25 cent package, or these dried noodles that I think are a lot better. (affliate link)
And guys, DO NOT forget those ramen eggs. I know I say they are optional, but what is ramen without an egg???
You can either soft boil some eggs, hard boil some eggs, or make these super awesome from-scratch Ramen Eggs.
To make this ramen even better, homemade broth will have the best rich flavor. Try this crockpot chicken broth or this Instant Pot chicken bone broth.
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Step By Step Instructions
**You can make the pork ahead of time for convenience.
You first want to brown the pork shoulder on all sides. Get a nice crust to form. The crust helps to keep the meat juicy and tender while pressure cooking in the Instant Pot.
I recommend browning it in a cast iron skillet as the Instant Pot tends to stick. heat the skillet to medium high heat and add the pork. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until a browned crust forms.
After it's browned, place it on top of the steamer grate in the Instant Pot insert. Pour on the fish sauce and add the garlic and ginger. Add about ½ cup water, or enough to cover the bottom of the insert.
Use the pressure cooker setting to cook on high for 60 minutes. When the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then use the quick release to release the remaining pressure. Remove the pork from the Instant Pot and let it cool. **Leave the liquid in the pot**
The liquid is gold. We mix it in with the rest of our broth ingredients for a perfectly smooth, creamy, fatty broth. It's the best ramen broth EVER.
Shred the pork into chunks on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and sprinkle on the soy sauce, lime juice and coconut sugar, making sure the pork is coated evenly.
Place it under the broiler for 5 minutes, or until pork is caramelized on the outside. Remove once to stir so all sides get caramelized.
Add the chicken broth, coconut milk, red curry paste and peanut butter to the liquid in the instant pot. Bring to a simmer on the saute setting (normal) and cook for 5 minutes, stirring.
While the broth is cooking, cook the noodles according to the package instructions (do not use any seasoning packets!!).
Build your Thai red curry ramen using the noodles, broth, red peppers, thai chilies, bean sprouts, caramelized pork, fresh cilantro, peanuts and a ramen egg (or three).
Expert Tips
- Brown the pork in a cast iron skillet as the Instant Pot tends to stick.
- You may need to add additional salt to taste if you are using unsalted or low sodium chicken broth. Especially is you are using this homemade Chicken Bone Broth.
- You will likely have leftover pork. Use it in this Instant Pot Ramen, these Pulled Pork Enchiladas or put it in some tortillas and make tacos with this Green Salsa.
- Make it spicier by adding additional Thai chilies. Reduce the spice by adding less chilies.
Reader's Favorite Instant Pot Recipes
- Instant Pot Chicken Paprika;
- Instant Pot Pho;
- Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs;
- Instant Pot Vietnamese Pork.
Did you make this curry ramen? Rate the recipe and leave a comment below to let me know what you think!
Recipe
Instant Pot Coconut Curry Ramen
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tsp. ginger paste
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can coconut milk full fat
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 14 ounces ramen noodles
- 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 red bell peppers sliced
- 3 Thai chilies sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- ½ cup peanuts crushed
Instructions
- Brown the pork in a cast iron skillet as the Instant Pot tends to stick. Heat the skillet to medium high heat and add the pork. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until a browned crust forms.
- After it's browned, place it on top of the steamer grate in the Instant Pot insert. Pour on the fish sauce and add the garlic and ginger.
- Add about ½ cup water, or enough to cover the bottom of the insert.
- Use the pressure cooker setting to cook on high for 60 minutes. When the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then use the quick release to release the remaining pressure.
- Remove the pork from the Instant Pot and let it cool. **Leave the liquid in the pot**
- Shred the pork into chunks on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and sprinkle on the soy sauce, lime juice and coconut sugar, making sure the pork is coated evenly.
- Place it under the broiler for 5 minutes, or until pork is caramelized on the outside. Remove once to stir so all sides get caramelized.
- Add the chicken broth, coconut milk, red curry paste and peanut butter to the liquid in the instant pot. Bring to a simmer on the saute setting (normal) and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until it is smooth.
- While the broth is cooking, cook the noodles according to the package instructions (do not use any seasoning packets!!).
- Build your Thai red curry ramen using the noodles, broth, red peppers, thai chilies, bean sprouts, caramelized pork, fresh cilantro, peanuts and a ramen egg (or three).
Expert Tips:
- Brown the pork in a cast iron skillet as the Instant Pot tends to stick.
- You may need to add additional salt to taste if you are using unsalted or low sodium chicken broth. Especially is you are using this homemade Chicken Bone Broth.
- You will likely have leftover pork. Use it in this Instant Pot Ramen, these Pulled Pork Enchiladas or put it in some tortillas and make tacos with this Green Salsa.
- Make it spicier by adding additional Thai chilies. Reduce the spice by adding less chilies.
Nutrition
Suzanne
Can’t wait to make this! I’m dying with very little Asian food here in Naples Italy.
Danielle
I hope you love it! It's one of my favs 🙂
Traci
Holy YUM! What a gorgeous recipe and presentation! This is going on my "make that" list and getting made asap. Can't wait!
Danielle
Thanks so much Traci!! Hope you love it 🙂
Emmeline
Oh YESSSS girl! Can you read my mind?? This sounds like everything I want right now all in one bowl!
Danielle
LOL! It's one of my favs - so much flavor!
Des
I can't wait to make this! The flavors you have combined to make this sound fantastic. Bonus it's simply made in my Instant Pot!
Danielle
Thanks Des! The IP makes it soe easy 🙂
Tayler Ross
I am always looking for new recipes to try in my Instant Pot! This will be next in the line up!
Danielle
Hope you love it!
kim
This recipe is perfect! It's super easy and has so much flavor! A great, comforting winter meal!
Danielle
Thanks so much Kim!
Emily Reynolds
Quick Release or natural release for the broth?
Danielle
Either will work just fine - I typically use quick release to speed up the process.
Emily Reynolds
Thank you!
Lauren Marie
We just got an instant pot today! This is going to be our first meal! Can't wait to try this!
Danielle
YAY! I hope you love it 🙂
Marvellina | What To Cook Today
Yes...if this doesn't get your attention, seriously...none would! Ramen gets me all dreamy too! i'm ready for it anytime of the day 🙂 This is one good-looking ramen for real!
Danielle
Thanks Marv! Ramen is just the best 🙂
annie@ciaochowbambina
This looks amazing! My daughter would absolutely love this! I need to surprise her! Thank you! 🙂
Danielle
Thanks Annie! Hope you get the chance to make it!
Kristine
Well first of all, this is a simply gorgeous recipe! It sounds very flavorful. My daughter loves homemade ramen dishes, I'm going to make this one for her.
Danielle
Thanks Kristine! I really hope you guys love it 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine
We drooled a little too just looking at your photos! Exciting news!!!!! Guess who ordered an instant pot on Amazon days Prime. Should be here within the week and this will be the first recipe we try. Just pinned.
Danielle
YAY! You're going to love it so much!! It really made so many things easier for me. I can't wait to hear how you like it!
Demeter
Wow, this sounds so full of flavor!! Bonus that making it in an Instant Pot makes is easy to get on the table quickly too!
Danielle
Thanks Demeter! Yes, I love how quickly the Instant Pot can have dinner ready 🙂
Claudia Lamascolo
what a colorful bowl of noodles. I love all the flavors in this dish. Looks like I know what lunch will be!
Danielle
Thanks Claudia!
Jacqueline Meldrum
What a beautiful photo that top shot it. The colours! It's so vibrant and inviting.
Danielle
Thanks Jacqueline!
Jaclyn Anne
I am always looking for new recipes to try in my instant pot, so this thai red curry recipe was perfect for me! Thank you!
Danielle
That's great! I hope you give it shot Jaclyn.