Ramen Noodles: Microwave Instructions 3 Ways

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   Take the noodles out of the package When eating Ramen, some people prefer to break the noodles up while the bag is still sealed to create shorter soup-like noodles that are easier to eat with a spoon, while others prefer to leave the noodles in a block to slurp the traditional way. You can eat them however you like. [1]

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   Fill a microwave-safe bowl with water and add the noodles. One to two cups of water, give or take, are the norm, depending on the size of the bowl and the desired concentration of broth. [2]

   • Covering microwaved items with a lid or even just a paper towel can help prevent splattering and subsequent cleanup. Sometimes the noodles will float, but that's okay. They will be ready to eat after a quick cook.
   • Before putting a bowl in the microwave for a few minutes, make sure it can withstand high temperatures. Some people are wary of microwaving food in plastic or styrofoam containers because of worries that harmful chemicals, like bisphenol A (BPA), will be released into the food. [3]

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   Cook your ramen for three to five minutes in the microwave. You can cook instant noodles in a microwave by simply placing them in the microwave, setting the timer, and waiting for them to be done. Since each microwave has a slightly different behavior, the precise cooking time may vary. [4]

   • To prevent the noodles from sticking together and to make sure they aren't over-steeping (which can result in over-done, mushy noodles), remove them from the microwave halfway through the cooking time and stir them with a fork. To prevent the noodles from falling out of the brick, simply apply light pressure or turn the brick over.
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   Allow the noodles to rest for three minutes after the microwave has been turned off. Hold off on removing them. There are a lot of burned tongues among ramen eaters who get nervous before eating. If you close the microwave door and give it three minutes to finish cooking at a less-than-nuclear temperature, you can avoid burning your fingers and mouth without disturbing the cooking process.

   • Carefully remove the noodles from the oven, preferably using oven mitts or other heat protection. Adding the flavoring packet now, while the water is still hot, is ideal.

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   Put in the flavor packet and stir. Mix the noodles with a spoon or fork until the seasoning is dissolved, and then transfer the Ramen to a second bowl if you like.

   • Then again, there are those Ramen eaters who prefer to add the seasoning to the water before the noodles are cooked. You can still do this in the microwave, but it is simpler if you use a stovetop. Put the noodles and the flavoring packet in the bowl first, then add the water and stir to dissolve the packet as much as possible before eating (this is a good way to make the noodles more flavorful).

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   Put one or two cups of water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave ramen can also be prepared quickly by boiling water separately, then adding it to the noodles and letting them steep. This microwave method is ideal for noodle fans who prefer them on the firmer side. [5]

   • One-third to two cups of broth is fine, depending on your needs. The broth will boil faster with less, but you should have enough to make as much as you need.
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   Put it in the microwave for a minimum of two or three minutes. Water won't consistently boil and steam heavily in a microwave oven because of the way microwaves agitate water atoms. On some occasions, it doesn't even look that appealing. Start with short microwave bursts of 2 or 3 minutes, stirring quickly in between.

   • Once you've determined that the water is sufficiently hot, remove it using an oven mitt or gloves.
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   Separate a bowl for the noodle serving. Take the noodles out of the package and place them in a bowl while you microwave the water. The seasoning packet can be added now, or it can be saved until the noodles have cooked.

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   Add the noodles to the cup of boiling water, or fill the kettle. Soak the noodles in boiling water for three to five minutes, covered with a paper towel, plate, or lid, until they are pliable and tasty. Then enjoy

   • Cup 'O Noodles and Instant Lunches have microwave instructions that aren't entirely clear. There's conflicting evidence about whether or not microwaving Styrofoam is safe, so if you want to avoid having melted plastic in your lunch, you should probably heat the water separately and then add it to the cup. Yuck

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   Take advantage of supplements and seasonings. Free yourself from the shackles of the seasoning packet! In the Ramen Club, the number one rule is Don't let anyone dictate how you should consume your Ramen. Cook the noodles and season the soup yourself instead of using that pre-packaged meat flavoring. Add some inexpensive condiments found in most grocery stores, and you can transform your bowl of Ramen into a gourmet meal. [6] After you have taken your broth out of the microwave, try seasoning it with any of the following:

   • miso paste
   • Sauce made with hoisin chili paste
   • Rice vinaigrette
   • Juice from lemons and limes
   • Spicy red chili sauce like Sriracha
   • soy sauce
   • honey
   • Tobacco onion
   • basil
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   Include some greens You can improve the taste and nutritional value of your Ramen by including some chopped fresh vegetables, like spinach or Thai basil leaves. Just add some heat to your Ramen noodles! [7]

   • You can prepare the soup's base vegetable (celery, finely chopped carrot, garlic, or onions) before you cook the noodles. You can use frozen peas or any other pre-cooked frozen vegetable you have on hand to add texture.
   • Greens or chopped herbs of your choice can be added to cooked noodles after they have finished cooking. In addition to the usual suspects like basil and cilantro, you can spice up your chicken ramen by adding some fresh rosemary and a tablespoon of half-and-half. A delicious addition that gives the dish a distinctive Thanksgiving aroma and flavor.

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   Mix in some eggs for flavor The incredible food that is the egg is frequently added to bowls of Ramen. Cooking eggs in the broth via the egg-drop method may be tricky, but you can always use the microwave to poach an egg right in the broth, or you can simply chop hard-boiled eggs and sprinkle them on top. [8]

   • Once the noodles are done cooking, take them out of the soup and add an egg to increase the soup's density and flavor. Use a fork or chopstick to give it a good stir, and then pop it back into the microwave for another minute. The egg should be adequately tempered by the hot water, but you can always put it back for a moment to be sure.

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   How to make peanut noodles for the poor You can make your own Thai-style peanut noodles from a package of Ramen by ditching the flavor packet and using ingredients you probably already have on hand.

   • Put 1 tbsp of salted peanut butter, ideally the natural kind, in a bowl and mix it up. To that, add a pinch of brown sugar, a teaspoon of soy sauce, and Sriracha or hot sauce to taste. Also, grate or mince some ginger and add it if you have any.
   • When the noodles are done in the microwave, most of the hot water should be poured off, but some should be saved for the sauce. Mix the noodles and sauce together thoroughly by pouring them into the bowl. Dress with a garnish of chopped cilantro and carrot. I can't even.

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