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Easy Ramen Noodles recipe

This Easy Ramen Noodles recipe just like the popular Tiktok ramen which has sesame seeds, scrambled eggs and scallions that are mixed with a butter, garlic, soya sauce and brown sugar broth to create the ultimate comfort food. 

This is a popular recipe that is also now known as TIKTOK Ramen over the past few years.

Tiktok Ramen

Is more sweet and savory vs spicy and savory. That is because it has brown sugar and soya sauce in it. If you want some spice to this dish simply add in some red pepper flakes. 

What type of ramen is best for ramen noodles

You can use your favorite really, just omit the seasoning as you will be making your own with this recipe. 

Easy Ramen Noodle recipe with egg

The trick to making these eggs fluffy lies in the technique and it is as SIMPLE as using CHOPSTICKS to make the eggs first before the ramen

  • Start by whisking / beating your eggs till smooth in a medium bowl
  • Add in your cooking oil to the pan
  • Pour in your egg mixture to the pan
  • Cook over medium heat, once you see the egg starts to bubble on the edges
  • Take chopsticks and fold inward slowly, from corner to corner.
  • Fold over the eggs this is how they remain fluffy, set aside to toss with the cooked ramen
  • Cook the ramen, strain and set aside
  • Prepare the sauce then toss in the ramen and eggs
  • Serve

This recipe is packed full of protein and is inexpensive meal that can really save someone a lot of money if made in replace of most meals. 

You do not have to a broke student etc to enjoy this. It is a fulling meal and very comforting too!

Not to menton, quick to make.

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Curries, Dinner ideas, Quick and easy recipes, Soups & Stews

Easy Pork Curry Udon Soup

This easy Pork Curry Udon Soup is ready in less than 30 minutes and contains pre-made soup stock, udon noodles, soft boiled egg, green onions and bacon. 

Pork Curry Udon

My Easy Pork Curry Udon Soup can be pulled together in less than 30 minutes and that is because instead of cooking pork shoulder or bones to get a stock. You will be using a pre-made bone broth, it is best to make this bone broth days, weeks month prior.

And have it stored in batches in your freezer for whenever you are craving some homemade pork udon soup. Or you can simply use any stock you have on hand such as beef or chicken. You can also pre-purchase bone broth at most holistic grocery stores which comes frozen already.

Here is a great bone broth recipe if your wanting it from scratch > Bone Broth recipe

 

What are Udon Noodles

Udon noodles are a Japanese food that is made from wheat flour and can be served in a stir fry or in a soup

Pork Curry Udon Soup recipe

  • Start by either defrosting some pre-made pork bone broth or whatever broth of soup you have on hand on the counter.
  • Then in a large frying pan, saute some bacon till crispy and set aside. 
  • In the same pan, se the leftover bacon grease to saute the curry power for 2 mins or until fragrant.
  • Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil and once it has reached a boil carefully add in 1 egg.
  • Simmer the egg on medium heat anywhere from 6-7 mins for a firm yet soft egg.
  • Remove from the hot water and soak in the same pot now in cold water for 3 mins
  • Roll the egg on the counter to crack and peel away the shell, save to serve
  • Bring the stock to a high heat then add in the udon noodles and remove some water and place in the curry pan.
  • Scrape all the curry back into the pot of stock.
  • Cook on medium heat till the noodles have separated 
  • Serve to a bowl, top with chopped bacon, scallions and slice the egg to serve

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Easy Ramen Recipes, Skip the takeout, Soups & Stews, Vegetarian

Creamy Ramen Soup Recipe

This Creamy Ramen Soup Recipe is ready in less than 10 minutes and is made with miso paste, chicken stock, seaweed, sesame seeds and instant ramen noodles. Can’t get any quicker and easier than this!

Ramen noodles are one of my favorite things to eat, however I do not use the whole package of the seasoning ever which comes with most instant noodles as it is to salty.

So my recipe calls for just a pinch of the seasoning package. You can use more or less according to your taste. Keep in mind I used Instant Ichiban ramen you may choose whichever you prefer.

Also, there are many other types of ramen noodles to choose from also which would work perfectly for this soup also. From dry to fresh it is limitless what you can try!

WHAT IS MISO RAMEN

It is a soup stock that is mixed with miso paste which is fermented beans which is a popular seasonings in Japan. It gives this soup an Umami taste and texture. There is red or white miso paste, I recommended using white for this soup! Unless you want a stronger tasting miso and if so I highly recommend using no seasoning at all besides this.

WHITE MISO PASTE

RED MISO PASTE

This soup is ready in no time and is also inexpensive.

TYPES OF RAMEN  NOODLES

  • INSTANT RAMEN  NOODLES
  • FRESH RAMEN NOODLES
  • DRY RAMEN NOODLES – no seasoning

I tend to use ITCHIBAN NOODLES there my favorite!

Ingredients you can add to your Ramen Soup

  • Other vegetables, such as snap peas, green onions, broccoli
  • Meats, such as shredded chicken or diced, shrimp, beef, pork etc

Just make sure y0u add more time to thoroughly cook everything!

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Dinner ideas, Easy Ramen Recipes, Quick and easy recipes, Seafood, Skip the takeout

Instant Shrimp Ramen Noodles recipe

This Instant Shrimp Ramen Noodles recipe is made with shrimp, mushrooms and green onions and a package of your favorite ramen noodles.

I dont know about you but Ramen Noodles are a comfort food to me.

I do not eat them all the time, however whenever the craving hits.

I like to make them just like this!

Now this is not the type of ramen noodles that you will find from a local street vendor in Japan.

No that stock is simmered all day long and those noodles are made from scratch.

However here in North America, this is the next best thing if you ask me. 

ARE SHRIMP RAMEN NOODLES GOOD

Of course, if you love ramen noodles and shrimp.

Then your going to love adding them together to make this delicious and simply quick dish.

How can these Shrimp Ramen noodles be adjusted you ask?

  • You can choose which type of ramen noodles to use ” I like to use plain old Ichiban Noodles”
  • You can choose to omit the spices that come with those Ichiban noodles and use low sodium soya sauce instead.
  • You can also choose which vegetables you add to the noodles.
  • You can choose the level of spice as well, by adding more or less of the red chili paste. 

Lastly, you can choose other meats to add. Such as sliced beef, pork or even an egg.

These are your noodles after all 🙂

This dish can be ready in less than 20 minutes, easy and delicious! 

And is made with shrimp, mushrooms and green onions.

Along with Ichiban ramen noodles that are simmered in a garlic, ginger sauce that you’re sure to enjoy.

HOW TO MAKE SHRIMP RAMEN NOODLES

You can use plain ramen noodles instead of the Ichiban variety.

However if you do then you will want to use seafood stock in replace of the water along with 1 tsp to 1 tbso of soya sauce as well. 

My recipe simply uses the pre packaged ichiban seasoning with 2 cups of water.

Your method to preparing this is totally up to you!! 

The kind I used – feel free to use plain ramen noodles and omit the water for STOCK.

WHAT DOES SHRIMP RAMEN NOODLES TASTE LIKE

They taste a lot like any ramen just with a seafood taste added to them!

I have always loved ramen noodles, I have tried almost every kind.

My favorite is ichiban and that is why I used them in this recipe.

However if your trying to limit your salt intake then you can substitute the seasoning that comes in that ramen package and use vegetable, chicken or seafood stock instead.

WHERE DO RAMEN NOODLES ORIGINATE 

The origins of ramen noodles originated from Japan however the Chinese are the ones who brought it over in the mid 1800’s making this recipe more Chinese. 

If you end up giving it a try I would love to hear what you think of it in the comments below. 

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

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Dinner ideas, Easy Ramen Recipes, Quick and easy recipes, Skip the takeout

Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe

This Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe is easy to make and is ready in less than 10 minutes and are made with pre-made Ichiban instant noodles, kimchi, green onions and an egg. 

Looking for another quick and easy Ramen recipe, try my Cheesy Ramen or Shrimp Ramen Noodles or Beef and Pepper Ramen

What I love about making these Instant Ramen Noodles is there 10x better than the packaged kind which just have the flavors of kimchi in it. 

WHAT IS Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe

In regards to this recipe it is packaged ramen noodles served with fresh Kimchi which is fermented cabbage. Along with green onions and a cooked egg. 

It is best to try numerous brands of Kimchi to find the one that suits you. Some have more spice or fishy taste than others. I tend to like one that is more spicy vs fishy and will also stay away from the Chinese brands because they are  not to my liking.

BEST KIMCHI BRAND 

 

WHICH KIMCHI IS GOOD FOR YOU

Most Kimchi are good for you as it contains high levels of probiotics because the cabbage has been naturally fermented during the kimchi making process. It is best to try a few brands and find the one you like best.

HOW TO MAKE Spicy Ramen Noodles recipe

  • Start with a package of your favorite Ramen noodles, for me it is Ichiban Ramen Noodles, if you are on a low sodium diet. Simply use beef or chicken stock in replace of the seasoning or light soya sauce. Or you can half the package of seasoning. I half the package personally!
  • Then cook the noodles, they take no more than 3 mins. 
  • Remove most of the water, leaving roughly 1 cup and toss in your seasonings, green onions and fresh kimchi.
  • Mix together and heat up for 1 more min to serve.
  • Top with a fresh boiled egg and season with sesame seeds. 

KIMCHI RAMEN SAMYANG

I used to eat kimchi ramen Samyang often, which is an instant noodle that can be purchased at almost any larger grocery store. See below! And sometimes will make this ramen with these noodles instead of the Ichiban but will always add FRESH KIMCHI too!! 

If you liked this recipe? Then you will want to try my other ASIAN inspired recipes below!

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Date Night, Dinner ideas, Seafood, Skip the takeout

Easy Sushi Recipe (California roll)

This Easy Sushi Recipe is also known as the California roll is a simple homemade Japanese food that is made with imitation crab meat, cream cheese, cucumbers and avocado. And is something any one can make! 

My Easy Sushi recipe is also know as the (California roll) is ready in less than 15 minutes. As long as you have cooked the rice prior.

Easy Sushi Recipe

You can have these easy sushi rolls served in no time! And for half the price you would pay if you instead ordered them via a take-out delivery method.

So what are you waiting for? It’s time to make this easy sushi roll yourself! 

WHAT IS IN A CALIFORNIA ROLL

It is a sushi roll that can be made with either the rice on the outside or inside resembles a dragon by the shape and the green elements of avocado and cucumber. 

In my dragon roll I have spicy shrimp, avocado on the inside and out and cucumber on the inside. 

This sushi roll has either imitation crab or salmon in it. Along with avocado, cucumber and comes in a spicy mayo dressing. Want another easy sushi recipe? Try my  Spicy Shrimp Roll! It is another popular option when making sushi at home!

DO YOU RINCE SUSHI RICE

Yes, you defiantly want to rinse the rice till the water runs clear. Sushi rice is starchy and thus will be sticky if not rinsed properly. 

HOW TO MAKE EASY SUSHI

Start by preparing your rice, you will want to cook with sushi rice only. Simply follow the package instructions, most rice’s take 10 minutes. You will cook that rice in water and then once cooled down add in the rice vinegar.

Then set it aside to cool down completely on the countertop is best.

Once the rice is ready the rest is easy as 1, 2, 3 ( SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW)

CALIFORNIA ROLL CALORIES

Each roll is roughly …. calories. 

DO YOU RINCE SUSHI RICE

Yes, you defiantly want to rinse the rice till the water runs clear. Sushi rice is starchy and thus will be sticky if not rinsed properly. 

TOOLS NEEDED

  1. Saran Wrap
  2. Sushi Rolling Matt

DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?

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Appetizers & Sides, Date Night, Seafood

Hand Roll Sushi (Temaki Sushi)

 

 

 

 

ROLL VS HAND ROLL SUSHI

HOW TO EAT HAND ROLL SUSHI

You simply pick it up with your hands and put it into your mouth 🙂 if you want soya sauce on it, simply drizzle it into the top of the roll.

HOW TO MAKE HAND ROLL SUSHI

Simply fill the Nori (seaweed sheet) at the bottom as seen in the picture below and fill it with your pre-made sushi rice, sliced crab sticks, cucumber and carrots. Roll up from the side into a cone like shaped roll and enjoy!

ENJOY!

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Date Night, Dinner ideas, Seafood, Skip the takeout

Dragon Sushi Roll

This Dragon Sushi Roll is super simple to make and can save you a lot of money learning to make it at home vs takeout or dining in.

It is called dragon roll sushi for a reason and it is as simple as it sounds. It is a sushi roll cut like any other with either 6 to 8 individual pieces and then it is served on a plate shaped like a dragon as you see I did above. Pretty simple enough huh? Want another sushi recipe? Try my Spicy Shrimp Roll

The recipe below makes for 6 rolls that has either 6 or 8 pieces  per roll depending on how you slice it. You can double the recipe to make more if desired. 

There are different kinds of dragon sushi rolls such as green or red dragon rolls. 

  • A Red Dragon roll has fresh salmon and avocado on top and drizzled with eel sauce or spicy mayo.
  • A Green Dragon roll has avocado on top and typically is drizzled with eel sauce or spicy mayo.

The hardest part about this recipe is following the picture steps, that I have for you below. But trust me, once you try this recipe. You will be an expert at rolling sushi and making dragon rolls for your friends and family in no time.

DO YOU RINCE SUSHI RICE

Yes, you defiantly want to rinse the rice till the water runs clear. Sushi rice is starchy and thus will be sticky if not rinsed properly. 

WHAT IS IN A DRAGON SUSHI ROLL 

It is a sushi roll that can be made with either the rice on the outside or inside resembles a dragon by the shape and the green elements of avocado and cucumber. 

In my dragon roll I have spicy shrimp, avocado on the inside and out and cucumber on the inside. 

Also, note you do not need all those fancy tools that are sold online to make sushi at home.

You just need a sushi rolling mat which can be found at most local dollar stores along with saran wrap for rolling the sushi and of course the ingredients to make it. 

TOOLS NEEDED

  1. Saran Wrap
  2. Sushi Rolling Matt

HOW TO MAKE DRAGON ROLL SUSHI

Start by preparing your rice, you will want to cook with sushi rice only. Simply follow the package instructions, most rice’s take 10 minutes. You will cook that rice in water and then once cooled down add in the rice vinegar.

Then set it aside to cool down completely on the countertop is best.

Once the rice is ready the rest is easy as 1, 2, 3

  • 1, Place your BAMBOO SUSHI MATT down on a flat surface then cover completely with a sheet of saran wrap, then the SEAWEED SHEET next.
  • Next comes the sushi rice, place some rice down and matt it with your hand to make it flat (see picture above) for the amount of rice you want to ideally use. More or less will not hurt the processes unless of course you use to much then it won’t roll.
  • Season the rice with sesame seeds 
  • Meanwhile, pan fry the shrimp in 1 tsp of butter till cooked, then chop it up with a knife and toss in a bowl with siracha sauce and mayo to coat.
  • Place that shrimp as see (above) onto of the rice. Along with the slices of avocado
  • Then roll using the matt one side till and tuck in what is on the other, repeat for the others ide and then roll back and forth making sure not to expose the food. 
  • You should now see just rice and it rolled neatly, sprinkle with sesame seeds then roll once more to make sure they stick.
  • On a cutting board, using a sushi knife or sharp knife. Cut your sushi thin or thick however you like.
  • Garnish with some leftover spicy shrimp mixture and sliced avocados.
  • Serve with soya sauce, ginger or wasabi if desired. 
  • It is ready to eat!

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