Published Date: April 1, 2024 | Last Updated: March 29, 2024
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There’s a huge difference between instant ramen and real restaurant-quality ramen. I kind of feel like they shouldn’t even be called the same thing! Instant ramen doesn’t have much to it, and in my opinion is overly salty. Restaurant ramen has such a delicious depth of flavor and has all the delicious toppings like eggs, meat, and mushrooms.
I love restaurant ramen, but love the convenience of instant ramen, so I wanted to see if I could dress up a packet of ramen noodles to get it a little closer to that delicious and savory soup I love. And you know what? I think I did a pretty good job!
How to Make Instant Ramen Better
I make this ramen by adding just a few simple ingredients to my instant ramen noodles.
Bone Broth
Use a good quality broth or bone broth and I promise it will taste better. Extra points if you make it yourself.
Rice Ramen
I use Lotus Foods Rice Ramen noodles. I buy them at Costco but they are also available on Amazon, or in other grocery stores as well! Don’t overcook the noodles or they will turn to mush! They really only need 4 minutes.
If you don’t have these exact noodles, thin spaghetti noodles work as a good substitute.
Sesame Oil
A little bit of sesame oil goes a LONG way. 1/4 teaspoon is all you need!
Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
Just adds a yummy and salty flavor to the broth. I’ve used both soy and coconut aminos and they work great.
Organic Season Salt
This is really the heart and soul of this recipe. Without this it won’t be good! I absolutely love Redmond’s Organic Sea Salt in this recipe. It tastes like an Instant Ramen seasoning packet but way better! Use my code AMBERSKITCHEN for 15% off.
Egg
I love to top my ramen with a soft boiled egg. It is delicious and adds extra protein to an otherwise carb-heavy meal.
Green Onions
Fresh and pretty, too! I love to add green onions as a garnish but it is totally optional.
Ramen for One
This recipe makes just one serving, but you can multiply it to make more servings. I love to make this for myself when I want something yummy that isn’t too much work, but I also like to make this for my family as well.
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Ramen for One
Spruce up your instant ramen with just a few simple ingredients
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 rice ramen nest
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon organic season salt
- 1 soft boiled egg for optional garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Bring broth to a boil.
- Add rice ramen nest, seperate with a fork and cook for 4 minutes.
- Add sesame oil, soy sauce, and seasoning salt.
- Remove from heat
- Add garnishes and serve immediately!
- ENJOY!
Notes
The @redmondrealsalt organic season salt honestly tastes almost identical to the ramen seasoning packet! Use code “Amberskitchen” for 15% off! I have a link to all Redmond products on my linktree in bio, and another link in my “shop Amber’s Kitchen Favorites” on my website, Amberskitchencooks.com
The lotus foods rice ramen noodles, I buy those at Costco but they are also available on Amazon, or in other grocery stores as well!
Don’t overcook the noodles or they will turn to mush! They really only need 4 minutes.
The sesame oil, soy sauce, green onions and egg are totally optional! The organic season salt is not optional- it will not be nearly as good without it!
If you don’t have these exact noodles, thin spaghetti noodles work as a good substitute
A little bit of sesame oil goes a LONG way. 1/4 teaspoon is all you need!
Use a good quality broth or bone broth and I promise it will taste better!
The sesame oil, soy sauce, green onions and egg are totally optional! The organic season salt is not optional- it will not be nearly as good without it!
If you don’t have these exact noodles, thin spaghetti noodles work as a good substitute
A little bit of sesame oil goes a LONG way. 1/4 teaspoon is all you need!
Use a good quality broth or bone broth and I promise it will taste better!
I’m pregnant right now and have been craving ramen soooo bad. I wanted to find a better option with more protein in it and I found this one. Holy cow… this recipe is incredible and honestly I can see myself making this very often. Great recipe and follow all of the tips Amber gives!!