Perfect instant ramen

(from alaplaca’s recipe box)

Source: The NY Times adapted from Roy Choi

Categories: Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 Pack ramen noodles with flavor pack
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp. butter ( I used Smart Balance)
  • 2 slices American cheese ( I used 1 slice yellow)
  • 1/4 tsp. toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 scallion thinly sliced on the bias

Directions

  1. Bring 2 1/2 c. of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the noodles and cook for 2 min. Add the flavor packet ( I used half), stir, and continue to cook for another 30 seconds.

  2. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add the egg. Do not stir; pull the noodles over the egg and let sit for one minute to poach.

  3. Carefully transfer everything to a serving bowl, add the butter, cheese, and sesame seeds. Garnish with the scallion if desired.

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