Description
A warm and comforting Garlic Butter Ramen recipe that combines buttery richness with the vibrant zing of garlic, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Ramen noodles
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Chicken, vegetable, or mushroom broth
- Fresh scallions
- Mushrooms (shiitake or cremini)
Instructions
- Cook the Ramen: Boil water in a pot and add ramen noodles, cooking according to package instructions (3-4 minutes), reserving some cooking water.
- Sauté the Garlic: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned (1-2 minutes).
- Add the Broth: Pour in broth and a bit of the reserved ramen water, simmering gently for a few minutes.
- Combine Everything: Toss cooked ramen noodles into the skillet, stirring to coat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Include Optional Ingredients: Stir in mushrooms and scallions until everything is heated through.
- Serve Hot: Plate the dish immediately, garnishing with scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, finish with soy sauce or chili flakes. Adjust broth quantity to preferred consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: garlic, butter, ramen, comfort food, quick meal