1. Gather your ingredients. Ensure all the components, like coconut milk, red curry paste, vegetables, and noodles, are ready to use. Preparing ahead will streamline your cooking process.

2. Sauté the aromatics. Heat a pot over medium heat, add a dash of oil, and sauté garlic, ginger, and onions until they release a fragrant aroma. This step establishes the base flavor for your broth.

3. Add curry paste. Stir in the red curry paste, allowing it to coat the aromatics and cook in the oil for a minute or two to deepen its flavor.

4. Combine broth and coconut milk. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth along with coconut milk, stirring the mixture while bringing it to a gentle boil to create a creamy, flavorful base.

5. Cook the noodles. Add instant ramen noodles to the boiling broth and cook them for 3 to 5 minutes or until tender, depending on the brand.

6. Incorporate proteins and vegetables. Introduce your protein, like chicken, shrimp, tofu, or ground pork, along with vegetables such as bok choy, shiitakes, or carrots. Cook until the protein is done and vegetables are tender.

7. Season to taste. Add soy sauce and fish sauce, adjusting the quantities for a balanced flavor. If you like it spicy, enhance with sambal, chili oil, or sriracha.

8. Garnish and serve. Ladle the hot ramen into bowls and garnish with toppings like soft-boiled eggs, cilantro, scallions, sesame seeds, lime wedges, or other creative additions to elevate the dish’s flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately and enjoy!