Chewy & Springy! Special Vinegar Ramen
The Secret to Delicious Ramen: The Power of a Dash of Vinegar
You eat ramen often, but why not make it extraordinary today? Learn how to cook ramen that’s perfectly springy and delicious.
Ingredients- 1 packet of instant ramen
- 550ml water (approx. 3 standard paper cups)
- 1 tsp vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Alright, let’s start cooking with a method that guarantees the most delicious ramen possible.
Step 2
First, measure out 500-550ml of water into a pot. The exact amount can vary slightly depending on the ramen brand, but about 3 standard paper cups is generally a good amount.
Step 3
Once the water begins to boil, add the soup powder packet first. This helps the powder dissolve thoroughly, creating a richer broth.
Step 4
Next, add the ramen noodles and gently separate them so they don’t stick together. Let them cook for about 4 minutes. Here’s a secret for perfectly springy noodles: while the noodles are cooking, repeatedly lift and lower them with your chopsticks. This process, exposing them to air and then back into the hot pot, helps them become delightfully chewy.
Step 5
Continue this lifting and lowering motion. Crucially, keep the heat on high (‘강불’) throughout the boiling process. Cooking on high heat for a short period ensures the noodles retain their chewy texture.
Step 6
When the ramen is almost fully cooked, just before you turn off the heat, add 1 teaspoon of vinegar. The vinegar will help the noodles stay firm and springy, and it also subtly balances the flavors of the broth.
Step 7
Now, transfer your ramen to a bowl or enjoy it directly from the pot! This method results in perfectly firm and delicious noodles, creating a truly satisfying ramen experience. Enjoy your golden recipe for amazing ramen!
