Ultimate ‘Sweet and Sour Pork Ramen’ Using Leftover Tangsuyuk
Viral ‘Gang Sikdang’ Sweet and Sour Pork Ramen Recipe: A Special Way to Enjoy Leftover Tangsuyuk
This recipe is for the famous ‘Tangsuyuk Ramen’ introduced by Chef Baek Jong-won on the popular variety show ‘Gang Sikdang’. If you have leftover sweet and sour pork (Tangsuyuk) at home, don’t throw it away! With a simple process, a magnificent dish will be born. The harmony of the deep, rich broth and chewy sweet and sour pork is unimaginably delicious, so much so that you might want to intentionally leave some over! Make this perfect meal, ideal for a special dining experience or for curing a hangover, right now!
Essential Ingredients
- Leftover Tangsuyuk 100g (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 packet of instant ramen
- 700ml water (100ml more than usual for ramen!)
- 1 egg
- 1 Cheongyang chili pepper (optional, if you want more spiciness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the sweet and sour pork (Tangsuyuk). If you have leftovers, cut them into bite-sized pieces (about 2-3 cm) so they mix well with the ramen. It’s even better if the crispiness of the Tangsuyuk is still intact.
Step 2
Now it’s time to make the special seasoning for the Tangsuyuk Ramen. Prepare finely minced onion and green onion, and minced garlic. The golden ratio for the seasoning is Onion : Green Onion : Garlic = 1 : 1 : 0.5. Using a soju cup makes measuring easy. Add chili powder (0.7 soju cup portion) for a touch of spiciness.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced onion, green onion, and garlic, and pour in a generous amount of cooking oil. Add enough oil to lightly cover the ingredients. Stir-fry slowly over medium-low heat to prevent burning, allowing the sweetness and aroma of the ingredients to fully infuse.
Step 4
Once you can smell the fragrant garlic, add the chili powder and stir-fry quickly. Chili powder can burn easily, so reduce the heat or turn it off and mix rapidly to avoid a bitter taste. Stir-fry for about 1 minute.
Step 5
When all ingredients are well-fried and a delicious aroma fills the air, your Tangsuyuk Ramen seasoning is ready. Turn off the heat and let it cool slightly. This seasoning will significantly enhance the ramen’s flavor.
Step 6
Now, prepare to cook the ramen. A special characteristic of Tangsuyuk Ramen is using slightly more water than usual. For one packet of ramen, use 700ml of water, which is 100ml more than standard. Bring this water to a boil in a pot.
Step 7
When the water starts boiling, add the powdered soup base and dried vegetable flakes that come with the ramen. (Tip: I used Shin Ramyun for its spicy kick, but feel free to choose any ramen you prefer!)
Step 8
Once the water is boiling vigorously again, add the ramen noodles. Gently loosen the noodles to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 9
Add all the pre-made Tangsuyuk Ramen seasoning to the boiling ramen. Taste and adjust seasoning with a little soy sauce or salt if needed. (Tip: Many reviews mention that adding the entire seasoning portion results in perfect seasoning!) Once you taste it, you’ll already notice the ‘gourmet’ flavor. You might even start saving leftover sweet and sour pork just for this!
Step 10
When the noodles are about 80% cooked, add the prepared Tangsuyuk pieces and cook them together. The Tangsuyuk will absorb the ramen broth, becoming even softer and more delicious.
Step 11
Finally, carefully pour the beaten egg over the ramen and garnish with finely chopped Cheongyang chili peppers. As the egg cooks, it will make the broth even richer and smoother. The chewy texture of the Tangsuyuk combined with the ramen and the deep, rich broth is truly exceptional. It transforms a simple ramen into a special dish perfect for a meal. It’s also excellent for hangovers or as a late-night snack.
Step 12
Leftover Tangsuyuk may lose its appeal when simply reheated, but transforming it into Tangsuyuk Ramen creates a delightful new delicacy. ‘Gang Sikdang’ apparently called this dish ‘Jeju Many Geon Pig Ramen’ (Ramen with Lots of Jeju Pork)! If you have leftover Tangsuyuk, be sure to try making it into Tangsuyuk Ramen. You won’t regret it!
