This Easy 5-min Kujirai-Style Ramen is a simple Japanese ramen hack that's unconventional, yet so TASTY. Instead of a classic ramen broth, the noodles are coated in a rich cheesy sauce made simply with an egg, melted cheese, little bit of water, and the seasonings and dried vegetables from the ramen packet. Break the creamy egg yolk, give it a good stir, and say WOW after the first bite.
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What Exactly Is Kujirai Ramen?
This recipe was originally made popular from a Japanese comic series when a character prepared his instant ramen like this. People started making it and it went viral on Korean social media. Of course, I believe he cooked his ramen in a pot - this is the microwave method. I discovered it during our 2020 quarantine days, and I'll admit I was skeptical as I made it. But it truly did not disappoint. I think it's the sauce. Yes. It's DEFINTELY the cheese and the sauce.
Add any cooked protein of choice to your Kujirai-Style Ramen, and serves great with any Asian cucumber salad, any Korean banchan, miso soup, and of course kimchi!
Another weeknight ramen idea you need to try is my Quick 10-Min Spicy Peanut Noodles! And if you're a fan of fusion pasta as I am, my Garlic Butter Chili Crisp Pasta is right up your alley.
Key Ingredients
- Instant Ramen: Pick any brand that comes with a soup seasoning packet. My go-to brands are Shin Ramen and Jin Ramen.
- Large Egg: The yolk is key and definitely brings the sauce together.
- Sliced Cheese: Good old American cheese. Yes, I know this is unusual. I was hesitant, too. But it works. Feel free to use cheddar or any other cheese you have in the fridge.
- Water: Only about 1 cup of water just to cook the noodles.
- Green Onions: What ramen is completely without chopped green onions?
How To Make Easy Kujirai-Style Ramen
Empty ½ the seasoning packet and the entire dried vegetable packet in microwave-safe bowl.
Add ramen and pour enough water to cover the noodles. Cover and microwave for 2 mins.
Make sure noodles are submerged in water. Crack egg in the middle.
Split two cheese slices in half and lay them on around the egg. Cover and microwave bowl for 90 secs.
Top ramen with chopped green onions.
Egg will continue to cook as you stir and coat the noodles.
Suzy's Tips For Success
- Do not overcook your noodles: Al dente ramen noodles cooks in 2-3 minutes.
- Microwave bowl on a plate: This will prevent a mess just in case of spillage. Also, the plate is easier to handle than the hot steaming bowl.
Best Way To Enjoy Kujirai-Style Ramen
This ramen is best if consumed immediately. Although you can reheat leftovers in microwave, I do not recommend it as the noodles will become soggy. This is the same reason I would not suggest freezing, also.
FAQ
Most definitely! Use a medium saucepan with a lid if you have one. Follow recipe instructions and cover with lid for the last minute of cooking to melt the cheese.
You can substitute rice or gluten-free noodles in place of the ramen. As for the seasoning, please check and read your ramen package.
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Equipment
- microwaveable bowl
- microwaveable plate for easy handling
Ingredients
- 1 package instant ramen noodles Shin or Jim Ramen recommended
- ½ packet ramen soup seasoning included in ramen
- 1 packet ramen dried vegetables flakes included in ramen
- 8-10 fl oz water
- 1 large egg
- 2 slices American cheese or any cheese slices
- 1 green onion chopped
Instructions
- Empty ½ the ramen soup packet in a microwave-safe bowl, along with the entire dried vegetable seasoning packet. Add the noodles and pour in enough water to submerge the ramen.1 package instant ramen noodles, ½ packet ramen soup seasoning, 1 packet ramen dried vegetables flakes , 8-10 fl oz water
- Cover the bowl and place on a plate. Microwave for 2 minutes. Remove carefully.
- Make sure noodles are submerged in water. Crack egg in the middle. Fold cheese slices in half and place around the egg. Cover bowl again and microwave on plate for 90 seconds.1 large egg, 2 slices American cheese
- Sprinkle with green onions and stir. The egg whites may appear underdone, but will finish cooking as you mix. Enjoy immediately.1 green onion
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