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Ramen Noodles with Boiled Egg
Boil: Bring water to a boil, gently add eggs, and cook for exactly 6½ to 7 minutes. Ice Bath: Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water for 3–5 minutes to stop cooking.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Ramen Noodles with Boiled Egg take?
8 hr 22 min all in — 10 min prep, 12 min cook, 8 hr rest. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Eggs, Soy. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ½ tsp.
How much soy sauce?
1 tbsp of Soy sauce.
What can I use instead?
egg (silken tofu or skip (depends on the dish)) → silken tofu or skip (depends on the dish). Carbonara without egg is not carbonara. Fried rice can skip the egg. We will not pretend otherwise. chilli (paprika or chilli flakes) → paprika or chilli flakes. Paprika is milder and sweeter. Add cayenne if you still want heat. onion → shallot. Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Marinate (Optional but recommended): Peel the eggs and marinate in a mix of 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tsp sugar, and 4 tbsp water for at least 4 hours (or overnight). Serve: Slice in half, letting the yolk flow into the broth
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.