Ramyeon
Description
Ramyeon is Korea’s beloved instant noodle dish, far superior to typical instant ramen. The noodles are chewier, the broth more flavorful, and it’s often enhanced with fresh ingredients like egg, green onions, and cheese. This comfort food is a staple for late-night meals, study sessions, and quick satisfying meals.
Ingredients
Korean instant ramyeon noodles
Soup powder packet
Dried vegetable packet
Egg
Green onions
Cheese (optional)
Kimchi (optional)
Rice cakes (optional)
Gochugaru (optional)
Variations
Budae-jjigae is a ramyeon-based stew with spam, hot dogs, and other ingredients. Cheese ramyeon tops instant noodles with melted cheese. Other variations add kimchi, dumplings, or rice cakes.
Fun Facts
Korea consumes more instant noodles per capita than any other country, and ramyeon is often eaten as a full meal rather than a snack.