Pimp my kimchi ramen

Published March 18, 2025
Korean

Soothing, comforting and delicious...need I say more? This is the perfect quick dish during those colder months!

Ingredients

Soup Base & Noodles

  • 1 packet Shin Ramyun (or any instant noodles)
  • ½ of the seasoning packet (adjust for spice level)
  • ¼ cup kimchi
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 500ml water
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • ½ tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar

Protein & Toppings

  • Tofu slices
  • 1 egg
  • Spring onions, chopped

Optional Add-Ins

  • Dumplings
  • Tteok (rice cakes)

Method

  1. Start the broth – In your ramen pot, add water, minced garlic, gochujang, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and half the seasoning packet. Stir and bring to a boil.
  2. Add kimchi – Once boiling, stir in kimchi and simmer for 2–3 minutes to infuse the broth with flavor.
  3. Cook optional add-ins – If using, add dumplings and tteok. Cover and cook for 4–5 minutes until nearly cooked through.
  4. Cook the noodles & tofu – Add ramen noodles and tofu slices. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes (slightly under the packet instructions, as they’ll continue cooking in the hot broth).
  5. Egg it up – Crack in an egg (or poach it gently in the broth). Cover and cook another 1–2 minutes, depending on how runny you like the yolk.
  6. Finish & serve – Uncover, check noodles and egg for doneness, then garnish with chopped spring onions. Serve straight from the pot for maximum vibes 🤌.