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TikTok Ramen

The viral 15-minute ramen upgrade! Instant noodles tossed in a garlicky butter sauce with soy sauce, brown sugar, chili flakes, and a beaten egg for a silky, creamy finish. Topped with everything bagel seasoning for crunch.

Prep5 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Serves1

Ingredients

  • 1 package (3.5 oz) instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tsp everything bagel seasoning
  • Green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil the ramen noodles until just tender, about 2-3 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the noodles.
  2. In the same pan, melt butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and red chili flakes; saute gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in brown sugar and soy sauce; let the mixture bubble slightly to combine flavors.
  4. Add the cooked noodles back to the pan along with the reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.
  5. Pour in the lightly beaten egg and stir quickly and continuously to coat the noodles. The egg cooks instantly, adding richness.
  6. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, top with sliced green onions, and serve hot.
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