Spicy Ramen Noodles
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4.8
Spicy Ramen Noodles
Description
This recipe transforms plain instant ramen into a spicy and savory dish by first cooking the noodles al dente and reserving some starchy cooking water. Butter is heated and combined with minced garlic gently sautéed to fragrance, then mixed with thecha chutney (a chili chutney) or red chili flakes, along with soy sauce and brown sugar to balance heat with sweetness.
The cooked noodles are added and tossed with the sauce, along with the reserved cooking water to create a slightly creamy coating. An egg is cooked in the same pan before being incorporated into the noodles, enriching the dish further. Garnishes such as diced scallions and sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning or toasted sesame seeds provide fresh and crunchy notes.
The dish makes a quick, spicy meal with layers of flavor from the chili chutney's heat, sweet undertones from the sugar, and umami from soy sauce and butter. It can be customized with additional garnishes like cilantro, hot sauce, lime, or chopped peanuts.
Keeping garlic from browning preserves its aroma, and using the cooking water helps maintain a creamy texture without drying the noodles. The recipe encourages experimenting with chili condiments based on preferred spice levels.
Ingredients
- 1 instant ramen noodles spice packet not needed, pack
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 to 2 teaspoons thecha chutney or chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ cup noodle cooking water starchy
- Garnish
- 1 tablespoon scallions diced
- 1 teaspoon everything but bagel seasoning or toasted sesame seeds
- sesame oil optional
- 1 egg optional
Instructions
- Cook the ramen noodles according to the package directions. Do not overcook them, al dente noodles work the best. Reserve the starchy water.
- In a medium pan heat butter. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Remember to not brown the garlic. Add the chutney and soy sauce. Mix well and cook on low heat for 30 seconds. Mix in brown sugar.
- Add the cooked noodles and mix well with a pair of tongs. Add the starchy water from the cooked noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until most of the water has evaporated.
- Move the noodles on one side and add an egg to the empty side of the pan. Cook the egg and then mix it in the noodles. Turn the heat off.
- Serve the noodles hot, garnished with scallions, and sprinkle everything but bagel seasoning or toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
- Cook noodles al dente following package instructions to avoid sogginess.
- Sauté garlic briefly without browning to retain flavor.
- Kolhapuri Thecha chutney adds strong spice but chili flakes or other chili sauces like sriracha can be used as alternatives.
- Reserve some noodle cooking water to mix into the sauce for creaminess and to prevent dryness.
- Maggi noodles can replace ramen for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Enhance garnish creativity with fresh cilantro, extra hot sauce, chopped peanuts, or a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 541 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 541kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 1739mg | 72% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 71IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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