Instant noodle soup, which is also known as “ramen” in some countries, is one of the most common types of food consumed by people of all ages and social strata because of its low price, very easy and fast manufacturing process, and delicious taste. delicious. To make instant noodles in cup packaging, you only need to pour the noodles and dry spices with boiling water. Once cooked, stir the noodles and serve immediately. Meanwhile, to make instant noodles in plastic packaging, you just need to boil the noodles in boiling water on the stove and mix the spices into it. Once the noodles are cooked, transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately. If you want, you can also enrich the taste of the noodles by adding various complementary ingredients such as peanut butter, curry paste, vegetables, or American cheese!
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Method 1 of 3: Cooking Instant Noodles in Cups
Step 1. Bring the water to a boil
Pour about 0.5 to 0.7 liters of water into a saucepan or pitcher, simmer over medium heat for five to 10 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface.
- The water has boiled if many large bubbles appear on the surface.
- Some teapots will make a whistling sound when the water inside has boiled.
- If you want, you can also boil the water in the microwave. However, be careful as the water temperature can be too hot and the cup will explode when poured. As a result, your skin is at risk of being injured by it.
Step 2. Prepare the noodles
First of all, open the plastic half of the packaging cover. After that, remove the packaging of spices that are available in it. Then, open the spice pack and sprinkle it on the surface of the dried noodles. If you're worried about the seasoning clumping, shake the noodle pack to spread the seasoning evenly.
Some instant noodle manufacturers provide chili in separate packages. If you don't want to eat spicy food, don't add the spices to the noodles
Step 3. Pour boiling water
After boiling water and seasonings are poured into the cup, pour the water into the cup until it reaches the line recommended by the instant noodle manufacturer.
Most manufacturers of instant noodles in cup packaging add a "line" indicating the water limit. If you can't find the line, at least leave a distance of about 2.5 cm from the surface of the water to the lip of the cup
Step 4. Allow the noodles to soften to soften the texture
After pouring boiling water, put the lid back on the package, and let the noodles sit for about three minutes without opening the lid. Some noodle brands recommend a longer or shorter "cooking" time. For an accurate cooking time, always read the instructions on the noodle package.
So that the plastic cover of the noodle packaging is not easily opened, fold the edges under the lip of the cup. If that doesn't work, try hitting the cup with a small saucer or other object that's quite heavy
Step 5. Stir and enjoy
After three minutes, open the plastic cover of the noodle packaging. Then, use chopsticks or a fork to stir the noodles and separate each strand. If the noodles are still hot and steaming, let them sit open for a minute or two before eating.
- Noodles can be eaten with chopsticks or a fork.
- Add various spices, if necessary.
Method 2 of 3: Making Instant Noodles in Plastic Packaging
Step 1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan
Choose a pot with a capacity of about 2 to 3 liters. After that, put 600 ml of water into it, then boil the water on the stove over medium heat.
It's best to choose a pot that is large enough but not too wide in diameter, so that it can hold the entire portion of water while completely submerging the noodles
Step 2. Pour in the instant seasoning
Slowly, open the package of noodles and remove the seasoning. Then, open the spice pack and pour the contents into the boiling water; Stir with chopsticks or a spoon to mix the spices and water well.
Be careful when stirring to avoid splashing your skin with very hot water
Step 3. Put the noodles in the water
Slowly add the noodles to the boiling water. Then, use the help of chopsticks to push the noodles into the water several times until the entire surface is submerged. This step needs to be done so that the level of maturity of the noodles is more even.
- If you prefer to eat long noodles, you can put the noodles whole into the water.
- If you prefer to eat medium-sized noodles, break the dried noodles into several pieces first before putting them in the water.
- If you prefer to eat smaller noodles, crush the noodles in the package before putting them in the water.
Step 4. Boil the noodles for three or four minutes
Once the texture has softened, gently stir the noodles with a large spoon or chopsticks. When each strand of noodles begins to separate from each other, start paying attention to the following signs to identify perfectly cooked noodles:
- The color of the noodles starts to change from opaque white to yellowish and slightly transparent.
- Each noodle strand no longer sticks together and can be easily moved around the pan.
- When removed, the noodles look curly and have a chewy texture.
Step 5. Serve delicious instant noodles
After the noodles are cooked, turn off the stove. Slowly, pour the noodles and gravy into a large bowl. If the noodles are still hot and steaming, let them sit for a minute or two before eating.
Eat the noodles with chopsticks or a fork
Method 3 of 3: Adding Supplements
Step 1. Add eggs
Remember, this complementary ingredient can only be added to instant noodles in plastic packaging, not cups, which must be boiled on the stove. Once the noodles are cooked, add a raw egg to the center of the pan.
- If you want to make scrambled eggs, slowly stir the raw eggs in the noodle soup. The egg texture should start to fall apart and stick to each noodle strand.
- If you prefer to eat whole eggs, don't stir the eggs after adding them. Instead, cover the pan and cook the eggs for 30 seconds to a minute.
Step 2. Add various complementary ingredients to enhance the taste of instant noodles
In fact, there are various types of complementary ingredients that you can add before or after the noodles are cooked. These complementary ingredients can be used in conjunction with, or replace, the seasonings available in the noodle package. For example:
- Add 1 tbsp. miso paste into the noodles for a softer, meatier taste.
- To make a spicy Asian noodle soup, add 1 tsp. Korean chili paste, 1 tsp. soy sauce, 1 tsp. rice vinegar, tsp. sesame oil, and tsp. honey.
- Add tbsp. peanut butter into noodles; stir well. Voila, Thai-style noodle soup is served in front of you!
Step 3. Add a variety of healthy vegetables
In fact, there are various types of vegetables that can be added to make instant noodles taste more nutritious. If you want to use vegetables that are easy to cook, try adding them right before the noodles are served. If not, make sure the vegetables have been lightly boiled before adding them to the noodles.
- Some examples of vegetables that cook easily are baby spinach (spinach), thinly sliced cabbage, and baby bok choy (pakcoy).
- Meanwhile, some examples of vegetables that are not easily cooked are broccoli, carrots, and peas.
- Frozen vegetables must be thawed before adding to the noodles.
Step 4. Add a sheet of American cheese
Once the noodles are ready to serve, place a sheet of American cheese on the surface. When exposed to the hot temperature of the noodle soup, the cheese will melt and make the texture of the sauce more savory and thick. If you want a thicker gravy with a stronger cheese flavor, add two slices of American cheese.
Once melted, stir to mix the cheese well into the noodle soup
Step 5. Replace the instant noodle seasoning with broth
Generally, instant noodle seasoning is made from a mixture of powdered broth, sodium, and dried herbs. If you want to reduce your sodium intake or prefer a more natural broth, try replacing the instant noodle seasoning with meat or vegetable broth.
- Instead of boiling 600 ml of water, boil the same amount of broth used for boiling noodles.
- You can make your own vegetable, beef, or chicken broth at home or buy it in supermarkets.
