The Ultimate Comfort: ‘Moo-Pa Ramyeon’ from ‘Meeting Square’
Recipe for ‘Moo-Pa Ramyeon’ Featured in ‘Meeting Square’ Radish Episode
Hello everyone! A hearty meal is the strength of a nation! Today, we’re diving into a special ramen that was featured in the popular ‘Meeting Square’ episode focusing on radish dishes – the ‘Moo-Pa Ramyeon’. This ramen offers a delightful combination of refreshing, crisp radish and a deep, savory flavor that will captivate your taste buds. You can easily recreate this restaurant-quality dish at home!
Main Ingredients- 1 packet of instant ramen (choose your favorite brand!)
- 500ml water (refer to the package instructions, but a little extra is good)
- 1/4 radish (approx. 150-200g, the key ingredient for a refreshing taste!)
- 1 Korean chili pepper (use 2 if you enjoy extra spice)
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil (using perilla oil instead of regular cooking oil adds a richer flavor!)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (freshly minced garlic will enhance the taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp salted shrimp (the secret to boosting umami! Can be substituted with fish sauce)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the radish. Julienne the radish into strips about 0.3cm thick; this thickness will maintain a pleasant crunch. Finely chop the Korean chili pepper. (Tip: The chili pepper in the photo is diagonally sliced because it was from the fridge, but chopping it finely looks prettier and releases more spicy flavor!)
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of perilla oil. Add the julienned radish and 1/2 tablespoon of salted shrimp. Sauté until the radish wilts and becomes translucent, stirring occasionally for about 3-5 minutes. You’ll notice the radish releasing its moisture.
Step 3
Once the radish is nicely translucent and sautéed, it’s time to prepare for boiling the ramen. (Tip: Thoroughly sautéing the radish allows its refreshing sweetness and flavor to meld beautifully into the ramen broth, creating a deeper taste.)
Step 4
Bring 500ml of water to a boil in a pot. Once boiling, add the ramen noodles and the soup base. Then, add the sautéed radish to the pot. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked to your liking. (Tip: Avoid overcooking, as the noodles can become mushy. Follow the cooking time on the ramen package.)
Step 5
Finally, add the chopped Korean chili pepper and boil for another moment to complete your ‘Moo-Pa Ramyeon’ from ‘Meeting Square’! Enjoy this delightful ramen that perfectly balances the refreshing radish with the invigorating spice of the chili pepper!
