Viral Garlic Butter Ramen (Printable)

Quick garlic butter ramen with soy, brown sugar, sesame oil, scallions and optional soft‑boiled egg.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)

→ Sauce & Seasonings

02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 5 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
05 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
06 - 1 tsp sesame oil
07 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnishes

08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
09 - 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional)
10 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
02 - While the noodles cook, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Cook for 1 minute until the sauce is glossy and the sugar dissolves.
04 - Add the drained noodles to the skillet. Toss well to coat evenly in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional minute.
05 - Top with green onions, soft-boiled eggs, sesame seeds, and black pepper. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • If you&re craving that takeout flavor on a Tuesday night, this hits the spot in just minutes.
  • The rich buttery sauce hugs every strand, making each bite feel a little bit decadent and a little bit rebellious.
02 -
  • If the garlic browns even for a moment, it turns the whole sauce bitter so keep it moving.
  • Once I tried skipping the sesame oil and instantly missed the toasted aroma&it really brings the recipe together.
03 -
  • Let the garlic and butter gently infuse on a lower heat—youll get deep flavor without risking bitterness.
  • Use chopsticks to toss the noodles for maximum sauce coverage without breaking them up.
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