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What type of sauce is good with ramen noodles?

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Soy sauce and hoisin sauce are both pretty good. If you prefer spicy sauces, you should get sriracha sauce and a few drops of lemon or lime. Another great combo is soy sauce, spicy bean paste, and some lemon and/or lime.

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Is microwaving it with the paper towel safe?

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Yes, it's perfectly safe and prevents splashing. I've been doing it for years.

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Can I use conventional hot sauce in the noodles?

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Yes, you can use almost any kind of hot sauce that you like. Add it before cooking, or after cooking. I prefer the milder Louisiana style hot sauce, to taste.

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Is soy sauce necessary for this?

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No. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination (and of course, what you have). Chili paste works amazingly with a little lime and basil, or perhaps some tamari and sesame seeds.

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How can I make the noodles very spicy?

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You can make the noodles spicy by adding cayenne pepper. Also try adding a chicken bouillon cube to the noodles for extra flavor.

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Does it matter what kind of bowl I use?

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No, as long as the noodles and water fit inside and it is a microwave-safe bowl, you can use it.

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Do I have to add the seasoning?

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No, you don't have to, but the noodles won't have much flavor if you don't.

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What if there is no microwavable container available?

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Use a glass bowl or another container that will not burn your hands or melt in the microwave.

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Do I have to cover the container with something?

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Yes, to prevent the liquid from splashing everywhere.

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Is maggi a type of ramen?

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No. Maggi is not actually a noodle, but rather seasoning you would put on the noodles.

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Do I use cold or hot water when I put ramen noodles inside the microwave?

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It doesn’t really matter they’re re both going to heat up in the end anyway.

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Can I use a traditional glass pot in the microwave?

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As long as it is microwave safe. Some glass is thinner and more fragile, so I would go with something you know for sure is safe.

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How do I make ramen noodles spicy in the microwave?

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Add hot sauce. If it doesn't come in the packet already, add: Sriracha sauce, cayenne pepper and also black pepper, a combination that really gives the flavor and spiciness.

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Isn't this just instant noodles?

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Yes. But it is traditionally called ramen. But you can call them whatever you wish.

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