Elevated Ramen Egg Drop Soup (Print Version)

A comforting, quick soup that elevates instant ramen with creamy silky eggs, fresh vegetables, and aromatic Asian-inspired flavors.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Broth Base

01 - 2 cups (480 ml) water
02 - 1 package (85 g) instant ramen noodles (any flavor)
03 - 1 seasoning packet (from ramen)
04 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

→ Egg Mixture

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 tablespoon milk or cream (optional)

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

08 - 1/2 cup (50 g) baby spinach or bok choy, chopped
09 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 cup (60 g) corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
11 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and the seasoning packet. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
02 - Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Add the spinach (or bok choy) and corn; simmer for 1 minute.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk (if using) until well combined.
04 - Reduce the soup to a gentle simmer. Slowly drizzle the egg mixture into the hot soup in a thin stream, stirring gently with chopsticks or a fork to create silky ribbons.
05 - Cook for another 1–2 minutes, until the egg is just set and the noodles are tender.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, and black pepper. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Incredibly Fast: Goes from pantry to table in only 15 minutes.
  • Silky Texture: The combination of whisked eggs and a touch of cream creates a luxurious mouthfeel.
  • Budget-Friendly: Uses simple, accessible ingredients to create a sophisticated fusion dish.
02 -
  • The Ribbon Technique: Pour the egg in a very thin stream while moving your fork in a circular motion to get long, beautiful strands.
  • Creaminess: Adding that optional tablespoon of milk or cream to the eggs helps them stay tender and adds a rich color to the broth.
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