Description
This 10-Minute Chili Oil Instant Ramen transforms basic instant noodles into a bold, spicy, and aromatic dish topped with a crispy-edged egg. It’s fast, flavorful, and infinitely customizable—perfect for a quick meal or late-night snack.
Ingredients
- 1 packet (120g / 4.2 oz) instant noodles
- 5 tablespoons neutral oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk green onion, diced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 egg (optional)
Instructions
- Boil noodles per packet instructions, then drain and set aside. Set seasoning packet aside.
- In a large bowl, combine half of the seasoning packet, minced garlic, white part of green onion, sugar, and chili flakes.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a small pan over high heat until smoking. Carefully pour over aromatics in bowl and stir to release flavor.
- Add noodles, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and green part of green onion. Toss to coat.
- In a pan, heat remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and fry the egg to desired doneness with crispy edges.
- Serve noodles topped with crispy egg.
Notes
- Use any favorite instant noodle packet (around 120g).
- Adjust chili flakes for desired spice level.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrients.
- Swap crispy egg with poached or soft-boiled for variety.
- Best served immediately—reheat in skillet with splash of oil if needed.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
