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Korean-Style Spicy Ramyeon in One Serving

Prep 5 min Cook 8 min Difficulty 2/5

Quick Korean-style spicy ramyeon for one: noodles, gochujang, egg, and sesame in under 15 minutes.

Why this recipe works

This is a Korean-style spicy ramyeon (ramyeon) tailored for one. It uses a simple flavor trio of gochujang, soy, and sesame oil, plus a poached egg for richness. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or when you crave something comforting but fast.

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Key takeaways

Quick single-serving ramyeon to spice up a weekday
Control heat and softness with a poached egg
Minimal cleanup: one pot and a bowl

Recipe guide

This is a Korean-style spicy ramyeon (ramyeon) tailored for one. It uses a simple flavor trio of gochujang, soy, and sesame oil, plus a poached egg for richness. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or when you crave something comforting but fast.

A fast, flavorful ramyeon you can make tonight.

  • Quick single-serving ramyeon to spice up a weekday
  • Control heat and softness with a poached egg
  • Minimal cleanup: one pot and a bowl

1) Prep and cook noodles

Boil 2 cups water. Add minced garlic and vegetable oil; simmer 30 seconds to bloom flavor. Drop in noodles; cook 3–4 minutes per package directions, stirring to separate.

2) Flavor the broth

Whisk gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth in a small bowl. When noodles are nearly done, stir in the sauce and mix thoroughly into the broth.

3) Finish and serve

Gently crack the egg into simmering soup and poach 1–2 minutes for a soft yolk. Turn off heat, stir in scallion, adjust seasoning, then ladle into a bowl and sprinkle sesame seeds.

Ingredients

  • 1 packet instant ramen noodles
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 stalk scallion, sliced
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small pot over high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and the vegetable oil to the boiling water and simmer 30 seconds to bloom flavor.
  3. Drop in the noodles and cook according to package directions, about 3–4 minutes, stirring to separate.
  4. While noodles cook, whisk gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. When noodles are nearly done, stir in the gochujang mixture and mix thoroughly into the broth.
  6. Gently crack the egg into the simmering soup and poach for 1–2 minutes for a soft yolk, or longer to your liking.
  7. Turn off heat, stir in sliced scallion, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Ladle ramyeon into a bowl and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top.
  9. Serve immediately.

FAQs

Can I adjust the spice level? Use 2 cups water and 1 packet of seasoning as a baseline; adjust salt at the end.
How long to cook the noodles? Cook the noodles 3–4 minutes, then add gochujang mixture to flavor the broth.
What are good toppings? Top with a soft-poached egg and scallions for extra richness; sesame seeds add crunch.