
WAGAMAMA CHICKEN NOODLE CURRY

Introduction
Wagamama Chicken Noodle Curry is a comforting, modern Asian dish that combines tender chicken, noodles, and a rich coconut-based curry broth. Inspired by the bold flavors served at Wagamama, this dish blends Japanese-style simplicity with Thai curry influences—resulting in a balance of spicy, creamy, and slightly sweet flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 nos Chicken breast
- 2 nos Garlic clove, minced
- ½ inch Fresh ginger, minced
- 15 ml Vinegar
- 5 ml Soy sauce
- 15 gms Chopped onions
- 2 nos Pak choi, chopped in half lengthwise
- 200g Fresh ramen or egg noodles
For The Broth
- 20 gms Sriracha chilli sauce
- 20 gms Light soy sauce
- 5 ml Sesame oil
- 10 gms Sugar
- 150 ml Chicken stock
- 300ml Boiling water
For The Garnish
- 20 gms Red onion, finely sliced
- 1 no Lemon wedge
- 3 sprigs Fresh coriander, roughly chopped
- 2 nos Fresh red chillies, finely sliced
- 3 gms Toasted sesame seeds
Method
- 1. Clean and score the chicken breast. Marinate the chicken breast with half of the chopped garlic,
- ginger, soy sauce and vinegar. Keep it aside for 15 mins.
- 2. Place a non-stick frying pan on medium heat. Drizzle in some oil.
- 3. Now place down chicken breast on to the hot oil. Fry on each side for 5 minutes or until golden.
- Take it out and rest the chicken breast.
- 4. To the same pan, add chopped onions and sauté for few minutes, till the onions turn translucent.
- Add in chopped garlic, ginger, and sliced pak choi. Place lid onto the pan and cook for a few
- minutes or until pak choi is al dente. Add a splash of water so that the pak choi steams slightly.
- 5. Once al dente, turn off the heat, leave the lid on and set the pan aside.
- 6. Meanwhile, prepare all of your garnish ingredients.
- 7. Boil the fresh noodles for a couple of minutes and then drain and set aside.
- 8. For soup broth, add sriracha chilli sauce, light soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chicken stock to
- ramen bowl and give it a good mix.
- 9. Boil kettle and then pour the boiled water into bowl about 1 ½ inches from the top of bowl and
- give everything a good mix. Season according to your taste.
- 10. Slice chicken and get garnishes.
- 11. Place noodles into soup bowl followed by your chicken and pak choi.
- 12. Top with red onions, coriander, spring onion, red chillies, and a wedge of lime.
- Chef Tips (Pro Level)
- Balance is key: curry = spicy + sweet + salty + creamy
- Always cook curry paste in oil first (unlocks aroma)
- Use fresh ginger + garlic, not paste, for restaurant flavor
- Don’t overcook noodles → they should stay springy
- Finish with a squeeze of lime for brightness
- Service Suggestions
- Serve in a deep ramen bowl
- Garnish with:
- chopped spring onions
- chili oil drizzle
- sesame seeds
- Pair with:
- light iced tea or lemonade
- Serve immediately → noodles absorb sauce quickly
chef of the day
Student selected for the Chef of the day is Mr. ASEEM ( BCTCA 6TH SEM ) of Indian Institute Hotel Management and Culinary Arts for showcasing exemplary skills. He is very talented student, always striving to learn the art of cooking.
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