Garlicky Butter Ramen
Transform simple instant noodles into a rich, buttery, and garlicky dish with customizable options for heat and toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pack Instant ramen noodles Any flavor of instant ramen can be used.
- 2 tbsp Butter Use unsalted butter for better control of saltiness.
- 2 cloves Garlic Mince the garlic before use.
- to taste Chili flakes or hot sauce Adjust based on desired spiciness.
- 1 optional Egg Add a soft-boiled or poached egg for extra richness.
- 1/4 cup Cheese Shredded cheese to melt over noodles if desired.
Instructions
Cooking Noodles
- Boil water and cook the instant ramen noodles according to package instructions.
- Prepare the noodles as directed on the package while making the garlic butter mixture.
Making Garlic Butter
- In a separate pan, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Keep the garlic moving in the pan to avoid burning.
- Add chili flakes or hot sauce to the garlic butter, adjusting to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- Drain the noodles and toss them in the garlic butter mixture until coated.
- If desired, cook an egg to your liking (soft-boiled or poached) and add on top.
- Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheese over the hot noodles to melt.
Serving
- Serve immediately while the noodles are warm and toppings are at their best.
Notes
Enjoy this ramen immediately for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently.