Quick & Tasty Instant Ramen Recipe

Discover how to transform simple instant ramen into a gourmet meal with just a few fresh ingredients, making it a perfect, quick culinary delight.
Jasmine Ito
Kenji|June 24, 2024
A bowl of quick, tasty ramen with a poached egg on top, garnished with fresh green onions and spinach, placed on a gray surface with chopsticks and bowls containing additional green onions and spinach.
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A bowl of instant ramen with broth, spinach, a soft-boiled egg, and sliced green onions, placed next to a white cloth. Black chopsticks rest on the bowl's edge. This tasty recipe is perfect for when you're short on time.

Quick & Tasty Instant Ramen Recipe

A woman with shoulder-length wavy hair is smiling, standing indoors with greenery in the background. She is wearing a white V-neck shirt and a necklace.Jasmine Ito
A quick and convenient noodle dish, perfect for late-night cravings or a fast meal, elevated with simple, fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Meal Type Main Course, Snacks
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 1
Calories 1.724 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $1.50
Shopping Cost$15

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Bowl

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pack noodles instant ramen
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 egg
  • 1 green onion chopped
  • ½ cup spinach or other leafy greens
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
    2 cups water
  • Add the instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions.
    1 pack noodles
  • In the last minute of cooking, add the egg and spinach to the pot.
    1 egg, 1/2 cup spinach
  • Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil.
    1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Transfer to a bowl and garnish with chopped green onions.
    1 green onion

Notes

Customize with additional toppings like mushrooms, corn, or leftover meat.
For a spicy kick, add a dash of sriracha or chili oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 1.724kcalCarbohydrates: 338gProtein: 61gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 1.071mgPotassium: 1.16mgFiber: 15gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 1.532IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 7mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Recipe, Instant Ramen, Quick Meal

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

Shopping Costs: Cost of Recipe with Brand New Ingredient Purchases

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For Kenji, Tokyo-based graphic designer, instant ramen is more than just a quick meal; it's a comforting late-night companion. After hours of working on design projects, he often turns to this convenient noodle dish, enhancing it with fresh ingredients like eggs, spinach, and green onions. It's a simple yet satisfying solution that fuels his creativity, proving that even quick meals can be delicious and nourishing.

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