Easy 5-Ingredient Student Instant Ramen Upgrade Recipe for Quick Meals
A quick and simple upgrade to instant ramen using just five ingredients, perfect for busy students and anyone needing a fast, comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 package instant ramen noodles (any flavor, preferably chicken or vegetable)
- 1 egg (poached, soft-boiled, or scrambled)
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
- Sriracha or chili sauce, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Bring about 2 cups (480 ml) of water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat.
- Add the instant ramen noodles, breaking them up if desired. Cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes until tender but still springy, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the seasoning packet from the noodles and stir it into the broth.
- Pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and stir well.
- Cook the egg using your preferred method: poach by cracking it into simmering broth and cooking 2-3 minutes; soft-boil separately for 6 minutes, peel and slice; or beat and scramble into the broth.
- Sprinkle in the sliced green onions.
- Drizzle sriracha or chili sauce to taste and stir lightly or leave as a topping.
- Pour into a bowl and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Do not overcook noodles to avoid mushiness. Adjust soy sauce and seasoning to taste to control saltiness. Beat egg in a bowl before scrambling for smooth texture. Add frozen peas or corn in the last minute of cooking for extra veggies. Use rice noodles and coconut aminos for gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 700900
- Fat: 1012
- Saturated Fat: 23
- Carbohydrates: 4045
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 1215
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