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Creamy Spicy Instant Ramen

Name: Creamy Spicy Instant Ramen with Egg Yolk
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 package instant ramen (Buldak Carbonara recommended); 1 ramen sauce packet (from instant ramen); 1 ramen seasoning packet (from instant ramen); 1 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 egg yolk; 1 tsp soy sauce; 1/4 cup hot noodle water, reserved; 1 fried egg, for topping; 1 tsp chili oil, for topping; 1 tbsp green onions, chopped, for topping

This creamy spicy instant ramen transforms a basic noodle packet into a rich, silky bowl by emulsifying mayonnaise and egg yolk into the broth. The technique takes a standard instant ramen in under 10 minutes and requires no special equipment.

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Total

7 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

1 package instant ramen (Buldak Carbonara recommended)
1 ramen sauce packet (from instant ramen)
1 ramen seasoning packet (from instant ramen)
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 egg yolk
1 tsp soy sauce
1/4 cup hot noodle water, reserved
1 fried egg, for toppingoptional
1 tsp chili oil, for toppingoptional
1 tbsp green onions, chopped, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
Cook the instant ramen noodles in boiling water according to package directions.
2
While the noodles cook, add the ramen sauce packet, seasoning packet, mayonnaise, egg yolk, and soy sauce to a serving bowl.
3
Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
4
Once the noodles are cooked, reserve about 1/4 cup of the hot noodle water. Slowly whisk the hot water into the sauce mixture to temper the egg and create a creamy broth.
5
Drain the noodles and add them to the bowl with the sauce. Mix to coat.
6
Top the ramen with a fried egg, a drizzle of chili oil, and chopped green onions.
7
Serve immediately and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Reserve 1/4 cup noodle cooking water before draining—this is essential to temper the mayo and egg yolk without breaking the emulsion.
Whisk mayo and egg yolk together off-heat with the reserved water first, then add to the pot to prevent the yolk from scrambling.
Top with a fried egg immediately after plating so the warm yolk breaks and adds extra richness to each bite.
Use chili oil for spice rather than dry red pepper flakes—it distributes heat evenly and adds flavor depth.

Substitutions

Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt (use 2 tbsp; less creamy but tangier)
Egg yolk → 1 tbsp aquafaba whisked into mayo (vegan option)
Chili oil → sriracha or gochujang thinned with sesame oil (adjusts spice level)
Green onions → cilantro or thinly sliced white parts of scallions (different herbal note)

Storage & make-ahead

Eat immediately for best texture. Leftover broth can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently; add a splash of water as noodles absorb liquid.

Common Questions

Can I use whole egg instead of just the yolk?

Yes, but use only the yolk for a creamier emulsion. A whole egg will dilute the richness and may create a slightly grainier texture when whisked into hot broth.

What if the mayonnaise breaks when I add it to hot water?

Temper the mayo by whisking it with the reserved noodle water (off heat) before stirring into the pot. This prevents curdling.

Can I make this vegan?

Substitute vegan mayo and replace the egg yolk with 1 tbsp of aquafaba (chickpea liquid) whisked with the mayo for emulsion.

Which instant ramen brand works best?

Buldak Carbonara is recommended because its existing sauce complements the creamy mayo-egg emulsion. Other brands with milder sauce packets also work.

How do I prevent the egg yolk from scrambling?

Keep heat at medium once noodles are cooked and always whisk the mayo-egg mixture while slowly drizzling in the hot noodle water before adding to the pot.