Quick 10-Minute Ramen with Tuna and Kimchi

Name: Quick 10-Minute Ramen with Tuna and Kimchi
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 1 green onion/scallion; 1 package instant ramen noodles; 500 ml water, about 2 cups; ¼ can albacore tuna, 5-oz can, preferably packed in olive oil; 2 tbsp kimchi, optional; plus more for topping/serving; cut into bite-size pieces; 1 large egg, 50 g each w/o shell; ½ tbsp toasted sesame oil; ½ tsp toasted white sesame seeds, optional

Elevate instant ramen into a quick, protein-rich meal with tuna, kimchi, and a soft egg—ready in just 10 minutes.

Prep3 min
Cook5 min
Total8 min
DifficultyEasy
Servings1

This is the ultimate pantry-friendly meal: a humble pack of instant noodles gets a serious upgrade with pantry staples like canned tuna, kimchi, and a perfectly cooked egg. The result is a comforting, savory noodle soup that tastes far more complex than the effort it takes.

Perfect for busy weeknights or a lazy lunch, this recipe is all about simplicity and speed. With just a few minutes of active cooking, you'll have a steaming bowl of ramen that's both satisfying and surprisingly nutritious.

Ingredients

Servings 1

1 green onion/scallion
1 package instant ramen noodles
2 ⅛ cups water, about 2 cups
¼ can albacore tuna, 5-oz can, preferably packed in olive oil
2 tbsp kimchi, optional; plus more for topping/serving; cut into bite-size pieces
1 large egg, 50 g each w/o shell
1 ½ tsp toasted sesame oil
½ tsp toasted white sesame seeds, optional

Converted amounts are rounded.

Method

Gather all the ingredients. Use an electric pot or a regular saucepan on the stove.
Slice the green onion diagonally into thin pieces.
Pour the water into the pot or saucepan, cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat (or Mode II/600W on an electric pot).
Once boiling, add the seasoning packet(s) from the ramen package and stir.
Drain the tuna and add it to the pot. Mix well and bring back to a boil, uncovered.
Add the ramen noodles. Set a timer for 5 minutes. Use chopsticks to submerge the noodles, flip them once, and loosen them. If boiling too vigorously, reduce heat to medium (or Mode I/250W).
After 2 minutes, add the kimchi and stir.
Crack the egg onto the noodles and let it cook in the simmering soup without disturbing, about 2–3 minutes. Just before the timer ends, drizzle in the sesame oil.
Sprinkle some sliced green onion over the soup. When the timer beeps, transfer everything to a large bowl.
To serve, top with sesame seeds and extra green onion. Serve with extra kimchi on top or on the side. Enjoy immediately—leftovers are not recommended.

💡 Tips

For a richer flavor, use tuna packed in olive oil and don't drain it completely—just shake off excess oil.
If you prefer a runny yolk, cook the egg for only 2 minutes.
Add a splash of soy sauce or chili flakes for extra heat.

#Asian #High protein #One pot #Quick (under 30 min)

Inspired by a recipe from Just One Cookbook

Quick 10-Minute Ramen with Tuna and Kimchi

Ingredients

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