Garlic Butter Ramen: Rich Flavor, Life-Changing Noodles in 10 Minutes
[Mangaen Simple Meal] The Ultimate Easy Garlic Butter Ramen Recipe for Koreans!
This recipe allows you to create a restaurant-quality, savory, and slightly spicy ‘life-changing’ ramen in just 10 minutes, using ingredients you likely already have at home. No need for special ingredients! The rich, buttery garlic sauce combined with a perfectly cooked noodle and topped with a runny egg yolk is an absolute game-changer. Once you try this, you’ll never be satisfied with regular ramen again. It’s incredibly easy, so give it a go!
Ingredients
- 1 packet Shin Ramyun (or your favorite instant noodle)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (for aromatic depth)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (for umami base)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar (to balance the flavors)
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of heat)
- A small amount of chopped green onion (for garnish)
- 2 slices butter (approx. 20g, for richness and gloss)
- 1 egg yolk (to be mixed in at the end)
- A little cooking oil (to prevent sticking)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and the soup base packets (both powder and flakes). Cook the noodles for about 2 minutes, which is slightly less than the package instructions. This ensures the noodles will maintain a pleasant chewy texture when stir-fried in the sauce.
Step 2
While the noodles are cooking, heat a wide pan over medium-low heat. Add the 2 slices of butter and let them melt slowly. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Then, add the soy sauce, sugar, half of the ramen soup powder (reserving the other half), and the red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything together over low heat for about 1 minute to create the sauce. Using only half the soup powder prevents the ramen from becoming too salty.
Step 3
Drain the cooked noodles, reserving about 1-2 tablespoons of the starchy noodle water. Add the drained noodles directly to the pan with the sauce. Pour in the reserved noodle water; this helps the sauce cling to the noodles and creates a moist consistency. Turn the heat up to high and stir-fry quickly for about 1 minute, ensuring the noodles and sauce are thoroughly combined. Use chopsticks or tongs to mix well, coating every strand of noodle with the delicious garlic butter sauce.
Step 4
Transfer the stir-fried garlic butter noodles to a serving bowl. Carefully place the egg yolk in the center. Garnish generously with the chopped green onions. You can also add other toppings like sliced sausage if you like. Just before eating, break the egg yolk and mix it into the noodles for an incredibly rich and creamy finish that elevates the flavor to another level. Enjoy your ultimate ramen experience!
