Baek Jong-won’s Doenjang Ramen
Make Baek Jong-won’s Viral Doenjang Ramen Easily at Home!
I tried making Baek Jong-won’s popular Doenjang Ramen, which has been trending on social media and TV. It’s a truly re-imagined ramen! This recipe transforms a simple instant noodle into a gourmet dish with a deep, rich flavor in no time. You’ll want to savor every last drop of the broth!
Basic Ingredients
- 1 packet of instant ramen (choose your favorite kind)
- 1 egg (use a fresh one)
- A small amount of green onion (chopped)
Key Seasoning
- 1/2 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste) (Either homemade or store-bought Doenjang works, but homemade adds a deeper flavor.)
- 1/2 Tbsp Doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste) (Either homemade or store-bought Doenjang works, but homemade adds a deeper flavor.)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, fill a pot with the appropriate amount of water for boiling ramen and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. You can use slightly more water than you normally would for one packet of ramen.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, add the dried vegetable mix and the powder soup sachet from your ramen packet and stir well to dissolve. Then, add the ramen noodles and start cooking according to the manufacturer’s recommended time.
Step 3
Here comes the first secret to Baek Jong-won’s Doenjang Ramen! As the water comes to a boil, add 1/2 Tbsp of Doenjang to the pot and mix it thoroughly with the broth. (Note: If you are cooking 2 packets of ramen, use 1 Tbsp of Doenjang.) Stir well to ensure the Doenjang is completely dissolved into the broth as it simmers.
Step 4
The second key point! When the ramen is almost cooked, gently crack an egg into the pot. Avoid stirring the egg vigorously with chopsticks or a spoon. Instead, carefully swirl it around the edges to cook. The goal is to have the egg white cooked while the yolk remains runny.
Step 5
Finally, generously sprinkle the chopped green onions over the ramen. Your delicious Baek Jong-won’s Doenjang Ramen is now complete! Enjoy the wonderfully savory broth and noodles.
