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How To Make: Ramen Noodles in the Microwave

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Ramen Noodles

Cultural Context

Ramen originated in China but was adapted and popularized in Japan, becoming a staple of Japanese cuisine. Each region in Japan boasts its own unique ramen style, showcasing local ingredients and flavors. Today, ramen is enjoyed worldwide, with countless variations, from traditional to modern interpretations.

JapaneseJPmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
ramen noodles
water
soy sauce
miso paste
green onions
nori
chashu pork
soft-boiled eggs
bean sprouts
sesame oil
ginger
garlic
mirin
shiitake mushrooms
bok choy

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ramen noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles provide more fiber, while spaghetti is often less expensive.

chashu pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are generally cheaper than pork.

miso paste

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor, while soy sauce is more affordable.

soft-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: hard-boiled eggs

Poached eggs are lighter, while hard-boiled eggs are less expensive.

1

Get a microwave-safe bowl/container.

2

Add ramen noodles to the bowl.

3

Pour water over the noodles until they are submerged.

4

Microwave the bowl for 2 minutes.

5

After 2 minutes, take the noodles out for a quick stir.

6

Put the container back in the microwave for 1 more minute.

7

After 1 minute, take the container out.

Cooking Techniques

boiling

Equipment Needed

large potstrainer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutensoy

Also Known As

ramenJapanese noodles
Local Name: ラーメン

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