Easy 5-Minute Curry Ramen Hack
Chewy instant ramen noodles cooked in a creamy, savory curry broth with garlic and a spicy kick. This easy 5-minute curry ramen hack upgrades instant ramen with just a few extra ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 package spicy soup-based instant ramen see above for brand recommendations
- 1 packet instant ramen seasoning from the ramen package
- 1 packet instant ramen dried vegetable flakes from the ramen package
- 2 ⅓ cups cold water
- 1 oz Japanese curry roux block see notes below
- 1 tablespoon Japanese mayo or regular mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon green onion finely sliced
Instructions
- In a medium pot, mix the Japanese mayo, minced garlic, instant ramen seasoning powder, and dried vegetable flakes from the ramen packet, if included, into a paste.
- Pour in the cold water and mix until the paste dissolves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer.
- Add the Japanese curry roux and stir until completely dissolved.
- Add the instant ramen noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes or until al dente. Remove from the heat, garnish with green onions, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- A note regarding the Japanese Curry Roux Block: For the 1× serving, 1 oz (28 g) is equivalent to 1⁄4 of a 3.88 oz (110 g) block.
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Nutrition
Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 1821mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4174IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 4mg