Canned Soup Ramen Upgrade (Printable Version)

Elevate canned soup with ramen, vegetables, and simple seasonings for a restaurant-inspired quick meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 (15 oz) can soup, such as chicken noodle, vegetable, or mushroom
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1 packet instant ramen noodles (any flavor, seasoning packet discarded)

→ Vegetables & Enhancements

04 - 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
05 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
06 - 1/2 cup baby spinach or bok choy
07 - 2 scallions, sliced

→ Protein (optional)

08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp (optional)

→ Flavor Boosters

10 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or sriracha (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine canned soup and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
02 - Add sliced mushrooms and carrots. Cook for 2–3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Place ramen noodles into the pan, discarding the seasoning packet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until noodles are tender.
04 - Stir in spinach or bok choy, along with scallions. Simmer for 1 minute until greens are wilted.
05 - Crack eggs directly into the simmering soup, cover, and poach for 2–3 minutes until whites are set.
06 - Add cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp if desired.
07 - Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes or sriracha. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
08 - Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready to eat in under 15 minutes
  • Customizable with whatever you have in the fridge
  • Budget friendly but feels restaurant style
  • Easily adapted for vegetarians
02 -
  • Great source of protein and vitamin packed if you load up on veggies
  • Easy to make gluten free or vegetarian with a couple swaps
  • Keeps well for next day lunches reheats easily
03 -
  • Toast the sesame oil in the soup at the end for true ramen shop flavor
  • Crack the eggs in once the noodles are almost done for best shape and texture
  • Prep all your add ins before you start so you can work quickly and enjoy the freshest results

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