Simple Spicy Ramen Recipe

The Simple Spicy Ramen Recipe is a flavorful side dish made with cooked ramen noodles tossed in a garlicky, seasoned sauce with a kick from red pepper flakes.

Transform a regular package of ramen noodles by adding your own seasoning and spices. Skip the flavor packet and create your own deliciously flavored noodles. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick side dish or a light, tasty lunch.

Simple Spicy Ramen Ingredients

• Ramen Noodles: Use any flavor of ramen noodles since the flavor pack will be discarded. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions.
• Red Pepper Flakes: These add a spicy kick to the dish. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can omit them. For more heat, increase the amount of flakes.
• Eggs: The eggs are scrambled separately in the skillet before being mixed with the noodles, adding a hint of fried rice flavor.
• All-Purpose Seasoning: This versatile seasoning can be used on bagels, cream cheese tortilla bites, and to enhance the flavors in this recipe.

How to Make Simple Spicy Ramen

To start, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, but discard the flavor packet. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook for one minute.

Next, add soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and brown sugar. Stir to combine and add the cooked noodles. Toss the noodles in the sauce and push them to the side of the saucepan. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them. Mix the scrambled eggs with the coated noodles. Finally, season with all-purpose seasoning. Serve immediately, as this dish is best enjoyed hot.

Ingredients

• 1 package ramen noodles cooked according to package directions, without seasoning (discard flavor packet)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons garlic
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• ½ teaspoon all-purpose seasoning

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
4. Add cooked noodles and toss to coat in the sauce.
5. Push the noodles to the side and add the eggs to the empty space.
6. Scramble the eggs and mix them into the noodles.
7. Season with all-purpose seasoning. Serve warm.