Kujirai-style Stir-Fried Ramen: A Special Recipe from a Manga
Mastering Kujirai-style Ramen, a Viral Manga Recipe
Discover the unique stir-fried ramen recipe featured in the heartwarming manga ‘Thursday’s Flute,’ which has captured the curiosity of many. This simple yet delightfully flavorful Kujirai-style ramen is now easy to recreate at home.
Essential Ingredients- 1 packet of instant ramen (any brand you prefer!)
- 1 fresh egg
- A small amount of chopped green onions or scallions (for garnish)
- 300ml of water (approximately 1 mugful)
- 1/2 packet of ramen soup base (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The manga describes the water amount as ‘a mugful.’ Considering a standard mug holds around 300ml, we’ve prepared 300ml of water. Keep in mind that mug sizes can vary slightly.
Step 2
For this recipe, a wide, shallow pan works much better than a deep pot. It helps the noodles cook evenly and the sauce to reduce nicely.
Step 3
Let’s start cooking! It’s not much different from making regular ramen. First, pour the prepared 300ml of water into the pan.
Step 4
Next, add the ramen soup base. Here’s a crucial tip: the Kujirai-style ramen uses only half of the soup packet! Using the whole packet can make it too salty, so start with half. You can add more later if you prefer a saltier taste.
Step 5
Once the water comes to a rolling boil, add your ramen noodles. Gently separate the noodles as they cook to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 6
The manga suggests waiting about 1 minute after adding the noodles until they soften, then proceeding to the next step when the broth thickens and starts to sizzle. This helps develop a deeper flavor.
Step 7
Alternatively, for precise cooking, you can use a timer. Since we’ll be cooking the egg for the final minute, set your timer for 1 minute less than the total cooking time recommended on your ramen package. (Feel free to use whichever method you find more convenient!)
Step 8
When the timer goes off, or when the broth has reduced and started sizzling as described in the manga, carefully crack the egg into the pan. Place it gently to avoid breaking the yolk if you prefer a soft-boiled egg.
Step 9
Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for just 1 minute. This short steaming time will gently cook the egg, enhancing the ramen’s richness.
Step 10
If you like a runny yolk, you can uncover the pan for the last minute of cooking. Be aware that the egg white might not fully set this way. (If you prefer the white to be fully cooked, consider adding the egg a minute or two earlier in the process).
Step 11
And there you have it – your delicious Kujirai-style stir-fried ramen is ready! Break the yolk and mix it with the noodles for a wonderfully rich and savory experience. Enjoy this special meal, as if you were a character from the manga!
