Spicy Ramen Noodle Cup Upgrade
This upgraded instant ramen transforms a basic noodle cup into a rich, flavorful late night meal by adding a soft-boiled egg, sesame oil, and fresh scallions for extra depth. It is ready in under 5 minutes and tastes dramatically better than standard ramen with almost no extra effort.
Instant ramen elevated with a soft egg, sesame oil, and scallions into a deeply satisfying late night bowl.
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Ingredients
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topping
seasoning
Instructions
Soft Boil the Egg
Bring a small pot of water to a full boil and gently lower in the egg using a spoon. Cook for exactly 6 minutes for a jammy yolk, then transfer immediately to a bowl of cold water for 2 minutes before peeling.
Prepare the Ramen
Place the ramen noodles and only half of the seasoning packet in a bowl. Pour boiling water over the noodles and cover with a plate. Let them sit for 3 minutes until fully softened.
Season the Broth
Stir in the chili garlic sauce and toasted sesame oil into the noodle broth. These two additions transform the flavor profile from bland to rich and complex with almost no effort.
Top and Serve
Slice the soft-boiled egg in half lengthwise and place both halves on top of the noodles. Scatter the sliced scallions over everything and serve immediately while hot.
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