Instant ramen with soft egg (Print Version)

Elevate instant noodles with soft egg, butter, and fresh scallions for a warm, speedy dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Instant Noodles

01 - 1 package instant ramen noodles (any flavor)

→ Broth & Flavor

02 - 2 cups water
03 - Ramen seasoning packet (included)
04 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

→ Add-Ins

05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1 scallion, thinly sliced

→ Optional

07 - Chili flakes or chili oil, to taste
08 - Soy sauce, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a small saucepan.
02 - Add ramen noodles and cook according to package directions, typically 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Reduce heat to low, crack the egg gently into the simmering broth without stirring, cover, and cook 1 to 2 minutes until the white is set and yolk remains soft.
04 - Stir in the seasoning packet and 1 tablespoon of butter until fully melted.
05 - Transfer noodles and broth to a bowl, top with sliced scallions, and add chili flakes or soy sauce if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in 10 minutes but tastes like you tried, which honestly feels like winning.
  • The soft egg yolk becomes your secret sauce, turning something basic into something crave-worthy.
  • Budget-friendly enough to make on any night but impressive enough to serve to actual people.
02 -
  • The egg white needs that covered pot to set gently; if you keep boiling it uncovered, you'll end up with a rubbery mess instead of silky perfection.
  • Lowering the heat before you add the egg is not optional—it gives the white time to set while keeping the yolk soft, which is the whole point.
03 -
  • Keep your heat low when the egg is cooking—aggressive bubbling scrambles the white before the yolk sets, and that's heartbreak you don't need.
  • Unsalted butter gives you control over the final salt level; salted butter can make the whole bowl taste suddenly too salty once you add the seasoning packet.
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