Ramen noodles are the perfect simple, tasty comfort food. While ramen can be enjoyed straight from the package, cooking the noodles on the stove allows you to add extra flavors and ingredients for a more customized noodle dish.
1. How To Cook Instant Ramen Noodles on Stove
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable oil, sesame oil, or your preferred cooking fat)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 4 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili sauce or sriracha
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2-4 eggs
- 12-ounce package of ramen noodles
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced cooked meat, tofu, bean sprouts, corn, nori seaweed, sesame seeds, etc.
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and the white parts of the scallions to the pot. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chili sauce or sriracha and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Pour in the chicken stock, beef broth, fish sauce (if using), soy sauce, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
While the broth simmers, prepare the poached eggs. Fill a separate medium-sized pot with water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl or ramekin, then carefully slide them into the simmering water. Poach the eggs for about 3-4 minutes for a soft, runny yolk or longer if desired. Once done, remove the eggs from the water using a slotted spoon and set them aside.
Add the ramen noodles to the simmering broth and cook according to the package instructions until they are tender. This typically takes about 3-4 minutes.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning and spice level by adding more soy sauce or chili sauce if desired.
Divide the soup and noodles into serving bowls. Top each bowl with the green parts of the scallions and a poached egg.
Garnish the soup with your preferred optional toppings such as sliced cooked meat, tofu, bean sprouts, corn, nori seaweed, sesame seeds, etc.
Serve the quick ramen noodle soup hot and enjoy the comforting and flavorful broth along with the tender noodles and poached eggs.
Cooking instant ramen noodles on the stovetop allows unlimited options for creating your own unique ramen flavor experience. Follow this ramen soup recipe for a delicious noodle dish any time.
