Lemon Ramyun

Name: Lemon Ramyun
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 clove garlic, grated; 1 package spicy instant ramen, such as Shin Ramen; 1 lemon, zested and cut in half; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving; 1 large egg yolk; Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

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Level: Easy

Total: 15 min
Active: 15 min

Yield: 1 serving

This Lemon Ramyun, from my book Hand Taste: Cook Like a Korean Grandmother, is my playful twist on classic instant ramen — spicy and comforting, but with a bright, zesty kick. I love taking something as simple as a pack of ramen and turning it into something a little more fun and elevated. The garlic and ramen spices bloom in olive oil, then a hit of fresh lemon and Parmesan makes the broth creamy, tangy and a little indulgent. A silky egg yolk stirred in adds richness, while the noodles stay perfectly chewy. It’s quick, cozy and full of flavor — the perfect 15-minute upgrade when you want something comforting but a little unexpected.

Level: Easy

Total: 15 min
Active: 15 min

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil

1 clove garlic, grated

1 package spicy instant ramen, such as Shin Ramen

1 lemon, zested and cut in half

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

1 large egg yolk

Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Directions

Add the olive oil, garlic and both ramen seasoning packets to a small pot over medium heat. Cook until the spices bloom and the garlic toasts slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the lemon zest and 2 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and cook for 1 minute for the noodles to soften.
Squeeze the juice from 1 of the lemon halves into a small bowl and whisk in the Parmesan, egg yolk and 1/4 cup of the hot noodle liquid to temper. Add the yolk mixture to the noodle pot and continue to cook for about 10 seconds. Remove from the heat.
Transfer to a bowl. Cut a slice from the remaining lemon half and add to the bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley and more Parmesan.