Savory and Rich Mentaiko Butter Stir-Fried Noodles
Quick & Easy Mentaiko Butter Stir-Fried Noodles
Introducing a super simple Mentaiko Butter Stir-Fried Noodles recipe where the plump mentaiko (pollock roe) meets flavorful butter for a fantastic taste. You can whip up a delightful meal on busy days or for a special occasion.
Main Ingredients
- Mentaiko: 1-2 strands (adjust to your preference)
- Instant noodles: 1 pack (your favorite type)
- Garlic cloves: 3
- Green onion: a moderate amount (chopped)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Noodle cooking water: about 1/2 cup (using a soju cup)
- Soy sauce: 1 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, carefully scrape the roe out of the mentaiko using the back of a knife and set it aside. Thinly slice the garlic cloves and finely chop the green onions to add a fragrant touch.
Step 2
Heat a wide pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of olive oil. Add the sliced garlic and chopped green onions, and sauté until fragrant without burning. It’s best when the garlic starts to turn golden brown.
Step 3
Once the aroma of garlic and green onions is released, start cooking the ramen noodles on another burner. Cook the noodles for about 30 seconds to 1 minute less than the time indicated on the package, so they are slightly al dente. This way, the noodles won’t get mushy while stir-frying and will maintain their texture.
Step 4
To the pan with the sautéed garlic and green onions, add the drained noodles, the prepared mentaiko roe, and 1 tablespoon of butter. Pour in about half a soju cup of the noodle cooking water; this helps the sauce coat the noodles and makes the dish moist. Add 1 teaspoon of soy sauce for umami, and quickly stir-fry everything together until well combined. When the mentaiko turns reddish as it cooks, it’s done! Enjoy immediately while warm for the best taste.
