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Upgraded instant ramen with a soft-boiled egg, spinach, and green onions

Easy Instant Ramen Upgrade

Turn cheap instant ramen into a satisfying bowl with a jammy soft-boiled egg, spinach, green onions, and a garlicky sesame broth. Ready in 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packages instant ramen noodles any flavor
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • Chili oil or sriracha for serving, optional

Method
 

  1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Gently lower in the eggs and cook 6½ minutes for jammy yolks. Transfer to ice water, then peel and halve.
  2. In a medium pot, bring 4 cups water to a boil with the garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and half of each ramen seasoning packet.
  3. Add the noodles and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring to separate.
  4. Stir in the spinach until just wilted.
  5. Divide the noodles and broth between bowls. Top with the eggs, green onions, sesame seeds, and chili oil.

Notes

  • Add leftover chicken, frozen dumplings, or tofu for more protein.
  • Toss in frozen peas, corn, or shredded carrots.
  • A slice of American cheese stirred in makes it extra creamy.
  • Use all of the seasoning packet if you like it saltier.