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Spicy One-Pot Ramen for Two

Prep 10 min Cook 10 min Difficulty 2/5

One-pot spicy ramen for two with brothy, sesame-flavored taste and optional soft-boiled egg.

Why this recipe works

This is a fast, one-pot ramen made for two. It’s ideal for weeknights, campus meals, or anytime you want a spicy, comforting bowl without a lot of cleanup.

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Key takeaways

One-pot method minimizes dishes.
Fresh ramen cooks in minutes.
Adjust heat and toppings to taste.

Recipe guide

This is a fast, one-pot ramen made for two. It’s ideal for weeknights, campus meals, or anytime you want a spicy, comforting bowl without a lot of cleanup.

A quick, comforting bowls-for-two dinner.

  • One-pot method minimizes dishes.
  • Fresh ramen cooks in minutes.
  • Adjust heat and toppings to taste.

Method: how to cook

Heat sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté about 30 seconds. Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and sriracha; cook 1 minute to bloom flavors. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer. Add fresh ramen noodles and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring gently until tender. Stir in baby spinach until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or sriracha if needed. Ladle noodles and broth into two bowls.

Finish and serve

Top with sliced spring onion, optional soft-boiled egg, toasted sesame seeds, and chili flakes. Serve immediately.

Time and tips

Prep 10 minutes, Cook 10 minutes. Uses one pot for simplicity and quick cleanup.

Ingredients

  • 200 g fresh ramen noodles
  • 500 ml chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small spring onion, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 soft-boiled egg (optional)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and sriracha; cook 1 minute to bloom flavors.
  4. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add fresh ramen noodles and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring gently until tender.
  6. Stir in baby spinach until wilted.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or sriracha if needed.
  8. Ladle noodles and broth into two bowls.
  9. Top with sliced spring onion, soft-boiled egg if using, toasted sesame seeds, and chili flakes.
  10. Serve immediately.

FAQs

Can I use dried ramen noodles? Can I use dried ramen noodles? Yes, but fresh noodles cook faster; adjust cooking time accordingly.
Is this vegetarian-friendly? Can I make this vegetarian? Use vegetable broth and omit the eggs if desired.
How do I control the heat? How spicy is it? Adjust gochujang and sriracha to taste at the end.