Cozy Thermos Ramen Noodle Soup with Soft-Boiled Egg
A warm, savory ramen noodle soup perfect for busy days, featuring a rich broth, tender noodles, and a silky soft-boiled egg, all packed conveniently in a thermos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- Ramen noodles (preferably fresh or high-quality dried, avoid instant seasoning packets)
- 4 cups (32 fl oz) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (recommend Kikkoman)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced or grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 scallions, sliced thinly
- 2 soft-boiled eggs
- Optional toppings: sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini), baby spinach or bok choy, red pepper flakes or chili oil
Instructions
- Soft-boil the eggs: Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil. Carefully lower in the eggs and cook for exactly 7 minutes for a creamy yolk (or 6 minutes for slightly runnier). Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to stop cooking. Peel and set aside.
- Prepare the broth: In a medium saucepan, combine chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, sliced ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it gently bubble for 5-7 minutes to infuse flavors. Remove ginger slices before assembling.
- Cook the noodles: Meanwhile, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions but reduce cooking time by 1 minute to avoid over-softening. Drain noodles in a fine mesh strainer and rinse briefly with hot water to stop cooking.
- Assemble in the thermos: Preheat your thermos by filling it with boiling water for 5 minutes, then discard water. Add the hot broth first, then carefully layer in the noodles. Top with soft-boiled eggs (halved), sliced scallions, and any optional toppings like spinach or mushrooms.
- Seal and pack: Close the thermos tightly and pack for lunch. When ready to eat, give the container a gentle shake or stir to mix flavors. The noodles stay pleasantly chewy, and the broth remains hot for hours.
Notes
Avoid overcooking noodles to prevent sogginess. Preheat thermos with boiling water for better heat retention. Peel eggs under running water to avoid tearing whites. Add delicate greens just before eating to prevent wilting. Do not overfill thermos to maintain heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 600800
- Fat: 1012
- Saturated Fat: 23
- Carbohydrates: 4045
- Fiber: 35
- Protein: 1518
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