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Instant Ramen Stir Fry Recipe

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4.9 from 80 reviews
  • Author: Charlotte
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

This Instant Ramen Stir Fry transforms simple instant noodles into a flavorful and satisfying dish with a buttery garlic sauce, a hint of sweetness, and a creamy egg finish. Quick to prepare and customizable with optional toppings like toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and lime, this recipe is perfect for a speedy weeknight meal that delivers on taste and comfort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pack Instant Ramen
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • ¼ cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 Egg, lightly beaten

Optional Toppings

  • Toasted sesame seeds, to taste
  • Green Onions, thinly sliced, to taste
  • Dash of lime, to taste

Instructions

  1. Get the Noodles Going: Boil the instant ramen noodles for 2–3 minutes without using the seasoning packet, just boil the noodles until tender. Drain the noodles and reserve about ¼ cup of the starchy pasta water to use later for the sauce.
  2. Build the Base: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Stir for about 30 seconds until the garlic softens and releases its aromatic fragrance.
  3. Sweet Meets Salty: Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle the brown sugar into the skillet. Stir the mixture as it bubbles and becomes syrupy, creating a flavorful sauce base.
  4. Coat and Toss: Add the drained noodles to the skillet and use tongs to toss them thoroughly in the glossy sauce, ensuring every strand is coated. If the sauce thickens too much, add some of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
  5. The Creamy Twist: Push the noodles to one side of the skillet and crack the beaten egg into the empty space. Quickly stir the egg into the noodles to cook it gently, forming a silky, golden coating around the noodles.
  6. Finish Strong: Turn off the heat. Add a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the flavors, toss everything together, and top with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Reserve some pasta water when cooking noodles to help loosen the sauce if it gets too thick.
  • Adjust the amount of red chili flakes depending on your preferred spice level.
  • The egg can be omitted or replaced with a plant-based alternative for a vegan option.
  • Additional vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas can be added for extra nutrition and crunch.
  • Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce the salt content if desired.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Keywords: Instant Ramen Stir Fry, Quick Noodle Recipe, Easy Ramen, Garlic Butter Noodles, Spicy Ramen Stir Fry, Weeknight Dinner

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