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Cham-ggae ramyeon (sesame ramyeon)

Korean instant noodles (ramyeon) seasoned with a creamy sesame sauce. A comforting, quick dish, often enjoyed in the evening or for a simple meal.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to the boil in a small saucepan over high heat.
  2. Add the seasoning powder and soy sauce, then let it simmer for 1 minute.
  3. Drop in the noodles and cook for about 3 minutes, untangling them with chopsticks.
  4. Off the heat, whisk in the sesame paste and sesame oil to make a creamy broth.
  5. Crack the egg into the centre and let it poach for 1 minute, or add it beaten in a thin stream while stirring.
  6. Sprinkle with sliced spring onion and toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.

Variations and tips

Spicier version. Add a spoonful of gochugaru to the broth along with the sesame paste.

Using what's easy to find. Tahini can replace the sesame paste; ramyeon is sold in most Asian grocery stores.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.