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Microwave Ramen Recipe

You’ll hardly find a meal more convenient than a bowl of instant ramen noodles. Learn how to microwave ramen properly and you’ll have a flavorful dish ready in minutes.

Cook Time
mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 1 package  ramen noodles including flavor packets etc.
  • salt-free chicken broth or cold water
Optional Additions
  • green onions minced
  • 1 hard boiled egg
  • vegetables such as sliced carrots, mushrooms,
  • meat such as leftover cooked chicken or pork

Instructions

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  1. Open the package of ramen noodles and place into a microwave safe bowl.
  2. Add the flavor packet included if desired and discard the packaging.
  3. Pour in water/broth to cover.
  4. Add any optional additions as desired (except for green onions, which go in at the end).
  5. Microwave the ramen noodles for 1 minute on full power, followed by 30 second intervals, until steaming hot. (Note: times may vary by microwave strength, so add extra time for tabletop microwaves, and reduce time for powerful microwaves.)
  6. Using oven mitts to prevent burns, carefully remove the hot ramen from the microwave.
  7. Garnish with optional green onions. Serve with a large spoon and chopsticks.

Notes

  • Ramen can be high in sodium. To manage the saltiness, use salt-free broth and do not add any extra salt.
  • To go further, omit the flavor packet and use your own seasonings: 1 teaspoon soy sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to taste.