TikTok Ramen

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TikTok Ramen is taking the internet by storm. This quick and tasty dish puts a fun spin on instant noodles. You can make it in just 6 minutes with a few basic items from your kitchen. The secret is skipping the seasoning packet and creating your own flavorful sauce instead.

The recipe uses butter, garlic, and soy sauce to create a rich base. Brown sugar adds a touch of sweetness, while red pepper flakes bring some heat. An egg gets scrambled right in with the noodles for extra protein. A sprinkle of Everything Bagel seasoning on top gives it a nice crunch and pop of flavor. It’s an easy way to turn plain ramen into an exciting meal.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty TikTok ramen:

• 1 package instant ramen (pick a Korean brand if you can)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon Everything Bagel Seasoning
• 1 scallion (optional)

Remember to toss out the seasoning packet that comes with the ramen. You won’t need it for this recipe.

Want to kick up the heat? Feel free to add more red pepper flakes. If you like it milder, you can use less.

The scallion is just for garnish, so don’t worry if you don’t have it on hand. Your ramen will still taste great without it.

This recipe makes one serving. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or late-night snack. You’ll only need about 5 minutes to cook it, plus a minute to get everything ready.

Instructions

Start by cooking the ramen noodles. Follow the package directions, but don’t use the seasoning packet. Drain most of the water, leaving just a bit to keep the noodles moist.

Next, grab a pan and melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about a minute until the garlic gets soft and smells good.

Now it’s time to make the sauce. Add brown sugar and soy sauce to the pan. Stir until the sugar melts completely.

Toss in your cooked noodles and mix well to coat them with the tasty sauce. Push the noodles to one side of the pan.

In the empty space, pour in your beaten egg. Scramble it right there in the pan until it’s cooked how you like it.

Mix the scrambled egg into the noodles. Scoop everything into a bowl.

Sprinkle Everything Bagel seasoning on top for extra flavor. If you want, add some sliced scallions too.

Your TikTok ramen is ready! Grab your chopsticks and enjoy your quick, yummy meal.

Possible Substitutes List

You can easily swap out some ingredients in this TikTok ramen recipe. Here are some tasty options:

• Noodles: Try udon, soba, or rice noodles instead of instant ramen.
• Butter: Use olive oil or sesame oil for a different flavor.
• Garlic: Swap with ginger or shallots for a twist.
• Red pepper flakes: Use sriracha or gochujang for a spicy kick.
• Brown sugar: Try honey or maple syrup as a sweet alternative.
• Soy sauce: Replace with tamari or coconut aminos.

For the egg, you can use a fried egg on top instead of scrambling it in. If you don’t have Everything Bagel Seasoning, try these toppings:

• Sesame seeds
• Dried seaweed flakes
• Furikake seasoning
• Crushed peanuts

Feel free to add veggies like spinach, corn, or sliced mushrooms. For extra protein, toss in some cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp.

Remember, these swaps might change the flavor a bit, but they’ll still give you a yummy bowl of ramen!

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

To make this TikTok ramen recipe more diabetes-friendly, you can try these easy tweaks:

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   Swap regular noodles for shirataki or zucchini noodles. These low-carb options won’t spike your blood sugar.

   
   
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   Cut the brown sugar. Try a natural sweetener like stevia or monk fruit instead.

   
   
3. 
   

   Use less soy sauce. Pick a low-sodium version to cut back on salt.

   
   
4. 
   

   Add more veggies. Toss in some spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra nutrients and fiber.

   
   
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   Go easy on the butter. Use just a teaspoon or switch to olive oil.

   
   

Here’s a quick comparison:

Original	Diabetes-Friendly
Instant ramen	Shirataki noodles
2 tsp brown sugar	1/4 tsp stevia
1 tbsp soy sauce	1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp butter	1 tsp olive oil

These changes will make your ramen lower in carbs and calories. You’ll still get that yummy flavor, but it’ll be better for your blood sugar. Don’t forget to check with your doctor about how these foods fit into your meal plan.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the best TikTok ramen, cook your noodles until they’re just tender. Overcooking can make them mushy. Save a bit of the cooking water to keep the noodles moist.

When adding the egg, make a well in the center of your pan. This lets you scramble it separately before mixing with the noodles. For a runnier egg, cook it less.

Try these tasty add-ins:

• Sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Crispy fried onions
• Sriracha sauce

Don’t have Everything Bagel seasoning? Make your own:

Ingredient	Amount
Poppy seeds	1 tsp
Sesame seeds	1 tsp
Dried garlic	1 tsp
Dried onion	1 tsp
Salt	1/2 tsp

Store leftover ramen in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, add a splash of water and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.

For meal prep, cook the noodles and make the sauce separately. Store in the fridge and combine when ready to eat.