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A bowl of kimchi ramen is served on a tray with a pair of chopsticks on the side.

5-Minute Kimchi Ramen

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Kimchi Ramen is a quick and tasty meal in just 5 minutes made from Korean instant ramen with kimchi, canned tuna. Perfect for busy days.
Course Lunch, Noodles
Cuisine Korean
Diet Low Lactose
Keyword 5-minute meal, instant ramen, kimchi ramen, Korean instant ramen, quick meal, ramen
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 person
Calories 398
Author Holly Ford

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring water to a boil over high heat. Add 3/4 of the seasoning powder packet and chopped kimchi.
  • When the water returns to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and add the ramen noodles, dried vegetable flakes, canned tuna (about 1/4 to 1/2 amount per serving), and Korean chili flakes (optional).
  • Use chopsticks or kitchen tongs to lift up the noodles a few times while boiling to separate them and ensure even cooking. Cook until the noodles reach your desired doneness, usually around 3-4 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat, add green onion (or Asian leek), and drizzle with sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Kimchi Ramen.

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Notes

  1. Oil-packed canned solid tuna is preferred for a richer taste, but water-packed tuna is substitutable. Make sure to drain the liquid.
  2. The doneness of ramen noodles is a personal preference, but if you enjoy chewier noodles, consider cooking them slightly less than what the package instructions suggest.

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 1948mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1427IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 5mg