Turns out you can make homemade ramen without JUST following the package directions.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 package (254g) Nongshim Chapagetti Jjajang Noodles (use all the noodles plus 1-2 seasoning packets, to taste) 

• 1 shallot, thinly sliced 

• 1 carrot, finely diced 

• 2 green onion, thinly sliced, reserve some for garnish

• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

• ½ inch knob (8g) ginger, grated 

• Sesame oil, to taste

• 1 tablespoon (15ml) mirin

• 1 egg, beaten

• 1-2 tablespoons (15-30g) vegetable oil for stir frying

• Soy sauce, to taste

Method:

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil, cook ramen according to the package minus the seasoning. Drain and set aside. 

2. To a large wok over high heat, add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the shallots, carrots, green onion, ginger, garlic, and salt to taste, and stir fry 2-3 minutes.  Then add the beaten egg and scramble. Add in cooked noodles, toss, season with 1-2 seasoning packets, sesame oil and soy sauce to taste.  Garnish with more green onion, serve and enjoy.