Quick Spam and Egg Ramen

Transform humble instant ramen into a satisfying meal with this Easy Spam Ramen with Egg. Crispy cubes of Spam are caramelized with garlic, sesame oil, and oyster sauce, creating a perfect savory topping for springy noodles. A soft-boiled egg adds richness, while a splash of milk creates an unexpectedly creamy broth. Ready in minutes, this comfort food combines Korean and Hawaiian influences for a quick but deeply satisfying meal.

The secret to making this dish special lies in properly browning the Spam until crispy and caramelized, creating texture contrast with the tender noodles.

Essential Ingredients Selection

• Quality Spam provides salty, meaty base
• Fresh garlic adds aromatic depth
• Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) offer subtle heat
• Sesame oil brings nutty finish

Room temperature eggs create perfect soft-boiled centers, while milk transforms instant broth into something creamy and special.

Detailed Cooking Instructions

1. Cut Spam into uniform 1/2-inch cubes.

Heat frying pan over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once oil shimmers, add Spam cubes in single layer. Fry 5 minutes, turning every minute, until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Don't overcrowd pan - work in batches if needed.

2. Once Spam is crispy,

add minced garlic, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sesame oil, oyster sauce, gochugaru flakes, and sugar. Stir continuously until sauce thickens and coats Spam, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

3. In same pan, bring water to boil for noodles and eggs.

Gently lower room-temperature eggs into water, cook exactly 6 minutes for runny yolks. Remove eggs with slotted spoon, place in ice bath. Cook noodles in same water according to package.

4. Peel eggs carefully.

Drain noodles, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water. Return noodles to pan with crispy Spam mixture. Add splash of milk and reserved cooking water, tossing until creamy sauce forms.

5. Divide between bowls.

Halve eggs and place on top. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and extra gochugaru if desired. Serve immediately while noodles are hot and eggs are still runny.

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The perfect soft-boiled egg takes practice - start checking at 5 minutes if you prefer very runny yolks.

Storage Solutions

Store leftover noodles and Spam separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days. Don't store assembled dishes as noodles will become soggy. Cook fresh eggs when serving leftovers. Reheat Spam in pan until crispy, then combine with freshly cooked noodles.

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Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately while noodles are hot and eggs are runny. Offer additional toppings like kimchi, nori strips, or extra chili oil. For extra richness, drizzle with spicy mayo or additional sesame oil. Consider serving with cold pickled vegetables for contrast.

Troubleshooting Tips

If Spam isn't crisping, ensure pan is hot enough and not overcrowded. For broken noodles, reduce cooking time slightly. If sauce is too thick, add pasta water gradually. When eggs are overcooked, reduce boiling time by 30 seconds. For clumpy noodles, toss with small amount of oil after draining.

Make-Ahead Strategies

Prepare Spam mixture up to 2 days ahead. Cook noodles and eggs fresh when serving. Have garnishes ready in advance. For quick assembly, keep prepped ingredients separate until final cooking. This ensures optimal texture and temperature.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use regular ramen instead of Shin Ramyun?

Yes, any instant ramen works fine - just don't use the seasoning packets since we're making our own sauce

→ My eggs always come out too hard. Any tips?

Set a timer for exactly 6 minutes and immediately put them in cold water when done - this gives you that perfect jammy yolk

→ Is this recipe too spicy?

You can easily adjust the heat by using less gochugaru or regular chili flakes - start with half the amount if you're unsure

→ Why add milk to ramen?

The milk makes the sauce creamy and rich, and helps balance out the spiciness - don't skip it!

→ Can I prep this in advance?

Best to eat it fresh, but you can cut the spam and prep the garnishes ahead of time to make cooking even quicker