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How to Cook Instant Noodles

Instant noodles are a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for busy days or when you're craving something warm and comforting. With minimal effort, elevate your next bowl of instant noodles with flavorful additions.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Main Course , Breakfast , Snacks , Lunch
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg Nissin Demae Ramen, or any instant noodle you prefer any flavor that you like
  • water for boiling noodles
Optional:
  • fried egg
  • sliced luncheon meat
  • blanched vegetables eg. yu choy, bok choy
  • green onions chopped
  • cilantro chopped

Instructions

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  1. Empty the contents of the seasoning pack into a heat-proof serving bowl. Set aside.
  2. Boil water in a kettle.
  3. In the meantime, bring a small pot of water up to a boil.
  4. Add the dry instant noodles into the boiling water.
  5. Cook according to the package directions, about 1.5-2 minutes. If you prefer softer noodles, add another 30 seconds to the cook time.
  6. Remove from heat, pour and drain the noodles into a strainer.
  7. Rinse the noodles under cold water and drain well.
  8. Add hot boiling water to the seasoning in the serving bowl.
  9. Give it a good stir to dissolve.
  10. Add the noodles to the bowl and toss gently to incorporate and heat up the noodles.
  11. Drizzle sesame oil over the top (if included).
  12. Serve with fried egg, luncheon meat, and vegetables (or other additions), if desired.

Notes

  • For a thicker instant noodle, such as Buldak noodles, you will need a longer cooking time. Refer to the package directions for timing.

Nutrition Information

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 0.1g (0%) Fat 9.2g (14%) Saturated Fat 4.1g (21%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.01g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% 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.