Description
Look, I know what you’re thinking. “Spam? In ramen? Really?” YES, REALLY. This is my go-to lazy day comfort food that accidentally turned into something I’m actually proud to share with people. It’s crispy, salty Spam cubes swimming in a rich, creamy broth with perfectly bouncy noodles and a jammy egg on top. It’s what happens when you raid your pantry at 11pm and stumble upon greatness. This dish has gotten me through breakups, finals week, and that time my heat went out in January. Don’t knock it ’til you try it!
Ingredients
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The Essentials:
- 1 can of Spam (the original, not the low-sodium – we need that salt, trust me)
- 2 packages instant ramen (toss those flavor packets or save them for another culinary emergency)
- 2 eggs (the fresher, the better for peeling)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (or more, I don’t judge)
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated (or use the stuff in a tube, I won’t tell)
- 2 tablespoons butter (salted is fine)
- 1 tablespoon oil (whatever you’ve got)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (half-and-half works too, but come on, live a little)
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium if you’re using the flavor packets too)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon mirin or rice vinegar (apple cider vinegar works in a pinch)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (non-negotiable, this makes it!)
- Green onions, sliced (as many as you want, both white and green parts)
The “Make It Prettier” Stuff (all optional):
- Nori sheets, torn into pieces
- Sesame seeds
- Chili oil or sriracha
- Corn kernels (canned is fine)
- Baby spinach (or any greens about to go bad in your fridge)
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Bean sprouts