3 Recipes To Make Instant Noodles A Little Fancy

Noodles, seasoning, and water. These are the typical ingredients of instant noodles. Just boil the water and noodles, add the seasoning, and—voila! You have a meal to fill your hungry tummy. 

Instant noodles (or instant ramen) come in handy for two different groups of people: those who lack the time to prepare meals and those who lack the necessary cooking skills. The hassle-free preparation of instant noodles is the reason why it is a staple food in every pantry. It’s all thanks to the ‘father of instant ramen,’ Momofuku Ando, we get to taste flavorful ramen in an ‘instant,’ without taking much of our time and money.

However, oftentimes we become weary of the flavor of regular instant noodles. We become accustomed to its taste, appearance, and preparation style. Well, you no longer need to worry because we have 3 ways to spice up your favorite instant food.

3 Upgraded Instant Noodle Recipes

1. LOMI-STYLE

Turn your instant noodles into a Batangas-favorite food with simple ingredients. This recipe by Curly Foods is perfect for that cuddle weather.

Ingredients needed are:

Procedure:

1. Fry garlic, onion, and carrots in oil.
2. Add two cups of water and bring to a boil. While boiling, pour the instant noodle seasonings and some fish sauce. Mix.
3. Add the instant noodles. When cooked, add the two beaten eggs and mix them with the noodles.
4. Add the chopped cabbage and cornstarch mixture. Mix everything until the sauce thickens.

That’s it! A super easy instant noodle makeover that you will surely love. Check Curly Foods’ Youtube video to see the complete cooking tutorial.

2. OMELETTE-STYLE

This next recipe will blow your mind. This is the most simple yet unique way to cook regular instant noodles. Turn instant noodles into an ulam by frying eggs and noodles together. The ingredients you will be needing are:

• 1 pack of instant pancit canton
• chopped spring onions
• 2 eggs
• oil

Procedure:

1. Cook the noodles. Drain it and set it aside.
2. Beat the eggs together with spring onions and noodle seasoning.
3. Mix noodles with the egg mixture.
4. In preheated oil, fry the mixture in batches.

The recipe is similar to other omelette recipes, but, for sure, it is another amazing way to enjoy our favorite instant food.

Yummy Food PH created this delish recipe. Check out their video below!

3. CREAMY N’ CHEESY RAMEN

Last but not least is the recipe that will make you feel cheesy. This is a great option if you are craving carbonara, but only have instant noodles at home. The additional ingredients are pretty simple. But if you don’t have it, you can easily run to the nearest store and buy it. The ingredients needed are:

• 1 pack Korean variant instant ramen
• 200 ml water
• 150 ml whole milk
• 1 sliced cheese
• green onions

Procedure:

1. In boiling water, add the uncooked noodles and milk.
2. When the noodles are half-cooked, pour the seasoning packet.
3. Turn off the heat when it is fully cooked. You can now add the green onions and sliced cheese on top.

To watch the actual cooking process, see this video from the ‘Easy Peasy Pan’ Youtube channel.

Cheap, convenient, and tasty—undeniably, these are the reasons why instant noodles never go out of style. Even though many food trends have come and gone, people still enjoy this instant food. It only implies that instant noodles take a significant part in our global food culture.

On the other hand, it should be remembered that a good diet consists of healthy food choices. There is nothing wrong with eating processed food, as long as it is in moderation.