Korean Cheesy Gochujang Ramen

Ingredients

• Dry Ramen Noodles

  2 packs

  $3.00

• Gochujang (Korean Chilli Paste)

  1.5 tbsp

  $0.23

• Soy sauce

  1 tbsp

  $0.07

• Unsalted Butter

  1 tbsp

  $0.09

• Garlic

  2 cloves

  $0.08

• Cheddar cheese

  80 g

  $1.00

• Spring onions

  2 stalks

  $0.18

• Sesame seeds

  1 tsp

  $0.01

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Preparation

1. 1

   Boil dry ramen noodles in water for two minutes until slightly softened, then drain, reserving 150 ml noodle cooking water.

2. 2

   Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for thirty seconds.

3. 3

   Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, and the reserved cooking water, simmering until a smooth sauce forms.

4. 4

   Toss noodles into the sauce until glossy and evenly coated.

5. 5

   Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover with a lid for one minute until melted.

6. 6

   Garnish with sliced spring onions and toasted sesame seeds, serving piping hot.