How to Add an Egg to Ramen: Tips for Creating a Flavorful Meal

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Take your instant ramen to the next level with the perfect egg
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Eggs are a great way to add flavor and protein to your package of ramen. Prepare the noodles with seasoning and as much liquid as you like. Then, decide how you want to prepare the egg. You can boil , poach , or simmer an egg directly in the ramen. If you prefer drier eggs and noodles, scramble the eggs with the drained noodles. Experiment to find your favorite way of preparing this filling dish.

Tasty Ways to Add Egg to Ramen

  • Slice a hard-boiled egg in half and add it to your ramen with seasoning and vegetables.
  • Alternatively, whisk an egg until the yolk and whites are combined and pour it into your noodles to enjoy egg-drop ramen.
  • Or, after boiling your noodles, fry them until they’re slightly crispy and add a beaten egg to the skillet. Stir until it’s completely cooked.
Method 1
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Hard-Boiling

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    Pour enough water into the pot to cover the egg by 1 inch (2.5 cm). Set the pot on the stove. [1]
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    Heat the pot over high so the water begins to boil. Turn the heat off, but leave the pot on the burner. [2]
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    The egg will finish cooking in the hot water even with the heat off. Turning off the heat will prevent the egg from overcooking and becoming tough. [3]
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    Peel the egg and reheat the water in the pot. Use a slotted spoon to lift the egg out of the hot water. Leave the hot water in the pot and turn the heat back on to high. Run the egg under cold water, so it's easier to peel. [4]
    • Ensure that there aren't any bits of shell stuck on the peeled egg. You may want to rinse the peeled egg under water to get any bits of shell off.
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    Cook the ramen . Once the water in the pot is boiling again, add the ramen noodles. Boil them for 3 minutes or until they're as soft as you like. For soupier noodles, leave the water in the pot or drain the noodles and return them to the pot, if you like mainly noodles. [5]
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    Stir any seasonings or vegetables into the noodles. Slice the hard-boiled egg in half and add it to the ramen. Serve the ramen while it's still hot. [6]
    • You can store the leftover ramen in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. Keep in mind that the noodles will continue to soften and swell as they soak.
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Method 2
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Soft-Boiling

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    Measure 2 cups (475 ml) of water into a pot and turn the heat to medium so the water bubbles gently. Lower 1 whole egg into the water. [7]
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    Let the egg cook gently until it's as cooked as you like. If you want a runnier egg yolk, cook it for 7 minutes. For a more set egg, simmer it for 8 minutes. [8]
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    Set a bowl of ice water next to your stove. Use a slotted spoon to lift the soft boiled egg out of the pot and place it directly into the ice water. Let it chill for 30 seconds, so it stops cooking. [9]
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    Vanna Tran, experienced cook, advises: "You can even make the cool soft boiled eggs you see in ramen shops at home. Just take your peeled soft boiled eggs, and place them in your refrigerator overnight in a mixture of 1 parts soy sauce, 1 parts mirin, and 3 parts water."

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    Heat the water in the pot over high heat until it boils. Stir in the ramen noodles and boil them for 3 minutes or until they're the texture you want. Drain off as much water as you want and leave the noodles in the pot. Stir the seasoning packet into the ramen or use your favorite seasonings instead. [10]
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    Crack and peel away the egg shell. You can place the whole egg into your ramen or slice it in half and put it in the noodles. Slurp up the noodles while they're still hot.
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Method 3
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Simmering

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    Measure 2 cups (475 ml) of water into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the ramen and break up the noodles as they cook.
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    Open the seasoning packet that came with the ramen and add it to the pot with the noddles and broth. If you're using other seasonings instead of the packet, add them now.
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    Crack 1 egg into a small prep bowl and beat it with a fork until the yolk and white are combined. [11]
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    Keep the heat over medium and slowly pour in the beaten egg. Whisk while you add the egg so it cooks and forms ribbons in the broth. Enjoy the egg drop ramen while it's still hot.
    • If you'd like larger clumps of egg in the broth, pour in the beaten egg, but let it cook for a minute before you stir it in the broth.
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Method 4
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Poaching

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    Measure 2 cups (475 ml) of water into a pot and turn the heat to high. Once the water boils, add the package of ramen. Boil the noodles until they start to separate and stir them a little. This should take 1 1/2 minutes.
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    Stir in the seasoning packet that came with the noodles or squirt in your favorite sauces. Turn the heat off of the burner and crack 1 raw egg into the center of the noodles in the pot. [12]
    • Avoid stirring the egg or it will begin to cook and break into clumps.
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    Put a lid on the pot and set a timer for 2 minutes. The egg will poach and the noodles will finish cooking. [13]
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    Remove the lid and slowly transfer the ramen and egg to a serving bowl. Enjoy the ramen and egg while they're still hot.
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Method 5
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Scrambling

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    Pour 2 cups (475 ml) of water into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the ramen and boil the noodles for 3 minutes. Stir the ramen to break up the noodles. [14]
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    Drain the ramen through a colander and return the noodles to a skillet. Stir the seasoning packet into the noodles or sprinkle in your favorite spices instead. [15]
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    Turn the heat to medium and stir fry the noodles until they crisp up a little. This should take 2 minutes. [16]
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    Crack 1 egg into a bowl and beat it with a fork. Add the beaten egg to the skillet with the noodles. Stir and cook the scrambled egg with the noodle until it's completely cooked. This should take 2 to 4 minutes. [17]
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    Once the egg is as cooked as you like, turn off the heat and transfer the noodles to a serving bowl. Use a fork or chopsticks to eat the hot ramen. [18]
    • You can store the leftover ramen in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, but the noodles may soften and swell.
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    It depends on how you like your eggs. If you like them well done, then you probably want them to cook for about 6 to 10 minutes. If you want to add egg to ramen, wait till the noodles boil. Then crack in the egg, mix it around, and drain as usual.
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      Things You'll Need

      Hard Boiled

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      • Egg
      • Slotted spoon
      • Knife

      Soft Boiled

      • Pot
      • Ramen
      • Egg
      • Measuring cup
      • Slotted spoon
      • Knife
      • Bowl
      • Ice

      Simmered

      • Pot
      • Ramen
      • Egg
      • Whisk
      • Small prep bowl
      • Fork

      Poached

      • Pot
      • Ramen
      • Egg
      • Serving bowl
      • Spoon

      Scrambled

      • Pot
      • Ramen
      • Egg
      • Whisk
      • Fork
      • Bowl
      • Colander
      • Spoon

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      2. ↑ https://www.eggs.ca/eggs101/view/6/how-to-make-the-perfect-hard-boiled-egg
      3. ↑ https://www.eggs.ca/eggs101/view/6/how-to-make-the-perfect-hard-boiled-egg
      4. ↑ https://www.eggs.ca/eggs101/view/21/how-to-peel-a-hard-boiled-egg
      5. ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/korean-trick-best-instant-ramen-recipe-article
      6. ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/korean-trick-best-instant-ramen-recipe-article
      7. ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/soft-boiled-eggs
      8. ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/soft-boiled-eggs
      9. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/packages/food-network-essentials/make-soft-boiled-eggs
      1. ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/korean-trick-best-instant-ramen-recipe-article
      2. ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/food/2023/may/24/just-add-milk-how-to-level-up-your-instant-noodles
      3. ↑ https://www.mashed.com/1190228/the-simplest-method-for-poaching-an-egg-in-your-ramen-pot/
      4. ↑ https://www.mashed.com/1190228/the-simplest-method-for-poaching-an-egg-in-your-ramen-pot/
      5. ↑ https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/ramen-upgrades
      6. ↑ https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/ramen-upgrades
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      9. ↑ https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/ramen-upgrades

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      If you want to add a poached egg to Ramen, start by boiling your Ramen in 2 cups of water for 90 seconds. Then, stir in your seasonings and crack a raw egg into the pot of water. Place a lid on the pot, turn off the heat, and let it sit for 2 minutes to cook the egg and finish the noodles. If you prefer scrambled eggs, simply transfer your cooked Ramen, seasoning, and a bit of oil to a pan. Cook the noodles for a few minutes and pour in a beaten egg. Cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring frequently, and enjoy! To learn how to add hard-boiled or soft-boiled eggs to Ramen, read on!

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