Ramen Noodles with Marinated Boiled Egg

Ingredients

• 1ramen noodles, 1 packet
• 2 cupwater, for cooking noodles
• 1egg, large; boiled 6.5 to 7 minutes for a soft yolk
• 1 tbspsoy sauce, for broth; instructions also reference 2 tbsp for egg marinade — likely separate uses
• 1/2 tspchilli sauce
• 1 tbspscallions, sliced; for garnish
• 1/2 tspsalt
• 1/2 tbspblack pepper
• 1 tbspmirin, for the egg marinade
• 1 tspsugar, for the egg marinade

Method

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to the boil. Gently lower the egg in and cook for exactly 6.5 to 7 minutes. Transfer immediately to a bowl of ice water for 3 to 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Peel the egg and optionally marinate in a mix of 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tsp sugar and 4 tbsp water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

3. 3

   Bring 2 cups of water to the boil. Add soy sauce, chilli sauce, salt and pepper. Add the noodles and cook according to packet instructions.

4. 4

   Transfer noodles and broth to a bowl. Slice the marinated egg in half and place on top. Garnish with sliced scallions.