How to Cook Instant Noodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Total Time
7 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
350 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch
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Cuisine
Asian
How to Cook Instant Noodles
Description
The recipe starts with boiling noodles briefly according to package instructions, with an option to extend cooking time for softer noodles. After cooking, the noodles are rinsed under cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch, then drained well. Plum seasoning powder is dissolved in hot water and combined with the noodles to ensure even flavoring. Optionally, additional toppings including fried eggs, sliced luncheon meat, and blanched vegetables such as bok choy or yu choy add texture and balance.
After tossing the noodles with the seasoned broth, a drizzle of sesame oil adds a mild nutty aroma and flavor to finish the dish. This approach allows customization of texture and toppings while maintaining the signature instant noodle taste.
The recipe is straightforward and adaptable, fitting quick meal needs with flexibility in flavor and presentation.
For noodle types needing longer cooking like thicker ramen styles, adjust the boiling time accordingly, following package guidelines to avoid over or under cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg instant noodles any flavor that you like, Nissin Demae Ramen or any preferred brand
- water for boiling noodles
Optional:
- egg fried
- luncheon meat sliced
- vegetables eg. yu choy, bok choy, blanched
- green onions chopped
- cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Empty the contents of the seasoning pack into a heat-proof serving bowl. Set aside.
- Boil water in a kettle.
- In the meantime, bring a small pot of water up to a boil.
- Add the dry instant noodles into the boiling water.
- Cook according to the package directions, about 1.5-2 minutes. If you prefer softer noodles, add another 30 seconds to the cook time.
- Remove from heat, pour and drain the noodles into a strainer.
- Rinse the noodles under cold water and drain well.
- Add hot boiling water to the seasoning in the serving bowl.
- Give it a good stir to dissolve.
- Add the noodles to the bowl and toss gently to incorporate and heat up the noodles.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the top (if included).
- Serve with fried egg, luncheon meat, and vegetables (or other additions), if desired.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on noodle thickness; thicker noodles require longer boiling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 9.2g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.02g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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