Creamy Garlic Brown Sugar Ramen with Egg and Green Onions Recipe
This quick and flavorful ramen recipe transforms a simple pack of instant noodles into a deliciously saucy meal with a hint of heat, sweetness, and a creamy egg twist. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, it combines garlic, red chili flakes, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar to create a rich, glossy coating for the noodles, finished with optional toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and a dash of lime for brightness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 Pack Instant Ramen (no seasoning packet)
- 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 Garnishes
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Green Onions, thinly sliced
- Dash of Lime
Instructions
- Get the Noodles Going: Boil the ramen noodles for 2–3 minutes without using the seasoning packet until they are just cooked. Drain the noodles, reserving about ¼ cup of the starchy pasta water to use later for the sauce.
- Build the Base: In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the finely minced garlic and red chili flakes, stirring until the garlic softens and releases its aroma, about 30 seconds.
- Sweet Meets Salty: Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle the brown sugar into the skillet. Let the mixture bubble and thicken into a syrupy consistency, which takes just a few seconds.
- Coat and Toss: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and use tongs to swirl and coat them evenly in the glossy sauce. If the sauce becomes too thick, loosen it by adding a splash of the reserved pasta water.
- The Creamy Twist: Push the noodles to one side of the skillet, crack the beaten egg into the empty space, and stir quickly. The egg will cook into a silky, golden coating that gently envelops the noodles.
- Finish Strong: Turn off the heat. Add a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the flavors, toss everything together once more, and top with optional toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions for garnish.
Notes
- Do not use the seasoning packet from the ramen as it can make the dish too salty and overpower the fresh flavors.
- Adjust the amount of red chili flakes depending on your spice preference.
- Reserve the pasta water carefully as it helps in creating a silky sauce that clings to the noodles.
- For extra protein, you can add cooked chicken or tofu along with the egg.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
Keywords: Ramen, Instant Ramen, Quick Noodles, Garlic Ramen, Spicy Ramen, Egg Ramen, Easy Dinner, Asian Noodles, Comfort Food
