3 Easy Instant Ramen Quarantine Hacks

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu is a plant-based protein option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

green onions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: scallions

Chives provide a similar onion flavor.

Wash your hands thoroughly before starting.

Chop 2 onions, tucking your fingers to avoid injury.

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped onions to the pot and stir.

Add the chicken flavor packet from the ramen to the onions and stir to combine.

Caramelize the onions for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Once the onions are caramelized, add a shot of liquor (optional) to deglaze the pot.

Add water to the pot to create a broth with the caramelized onions.

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Add the ramen noodles to the pot and stir to combine with the broth and onions.

Cover the pot with a lid and let the noodles cook in the broth until tender.

Remove from heat and give the noodles a final toss.

Transfer the ramen to an oven-safe bowl on a sheet pan.

Top the ramen with cheese and place it under the broiler until the cheese melts.

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