Noodles are a versatile and delicious food that can be enjoyed at any time of day. Whether you’re short on time or have all day to cook, there’s a noodle recipe out there for you. In this article, we’ll share three noodle recipes that you can make in one minute, one hour, or one day.
One-Minute Noodles
If you’re in a hurry but still want a satisfying meal, these one-minute noodles are the perfect solution. All you need are a few simple ingredients, and you’ll be slurping up delicious noodles in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 serving of instant ramen noodles
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)
- Sesame seeds, green onions, and chili oil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the ramen noodles according to the package directions.
- Drain the noodles and transfer them to a bowl.
- Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and Sriracha (if using).
- Toss to coat the noodles evenly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and chili oil.
One-Hour Noodles
If you have a little more time to spare, these one-hour noodles are a great option. They’re packed with flavor and sure to satisfy your hunger.
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup fermented yellow bean paste
- 1/4 cup sweet bean paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
For the noodles:
- 12 ounces fresh ramen noodles
For the toppings:
- 1/2 cup ground pork
- 1/2 cup chopped shallots
- 1/4 cup chopped garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped ginger
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds, chili oil, and fried shallots (for garnish)
Instructions
- To make the sauce, heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the yellow bean paste and sweet bean paste and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and water and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions.
- To make the toppings, heat a few tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned.
- Add the shallots, garlic, and ginger and cook until softened.
- Add the cooked noodles and sauce to the pan and toss to coat.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, chili oil, and fried shallots.
One-Day Noodles
If you really want to impress your friends and family, try making these one-day noodles. They’re a labor of love, but the results are well worth the effort.
Ingredients
For the broth:
- 1 pound beef bones
- 1 pound beef short ribs
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot
- 1 apple, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 4 star anise
- 8 Sichuan peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon doubanjiang (fermented fava bean paste)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rock sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Water
For the noodles:
- 12 ounces fresh ramen noodles
For the toppings:
- Bok choy
- ScallionsChili oil (optional)
Instructions
- To make the broth, place the beef bones and short ribs in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
- Add the onion, celery, carrot, apple, garlic, coriander seeds, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 hours.
- Add the soy sauce, rock sugar, and sesame oil and simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let cool overnight.
- The next day, skim off the fat from the broth and strain it through a cheesecloth.
- Heat the broth in a pot over medium heat. Cook the noodles according to package directions.
- Blanch the bok choy in boiling water for 30 seconds.
- Add the noodles and bok choy to the broth. Heat through.
- Serve the noodles garnished with scallions and chili oil (optional).
Tips
- You can make the one-minute noodles even faster by using pre-cooked ramen noodles.
- The one-hour noodles can be made ahead of time and reheated when you’re ready to eat.
- The one-day noodles are definitely a commitment, but they’re a great way to impress your guests.
- No matter how much time you have, there’s a noodle recipe out there for you. So get cooking and enjoy!
