While instant ramen is cheap, efficient, and delicious, sometimes the little flavoring packets just don't cut it.With just a few simple ingredients, a $1 meal can easily turninto a gourmet dish. Inexpensive items you already have lying around your kitchen, like eggs or limes,can instantly elevateyour meal, while adding unconventional ingredients like yogurt and five spice can turn your noodles into a wealth ofinternational cuisines, such asVietnamese pho or Indian tikka masala.Whether it's stove top or cup ramen, the belowcombinationswill turn your noodlesinto more exciting and well-rounded meals.Miso paste +scallions + soft boiledeggTurn your ramen into a Japanese classic. The Japanese soybean paste will slightly thicken the broth and add an umami taste. Scallionsadd a subtle onionyfresh flavor, while the runny egg adds creaminess and protein. Add canned corn (and nori seaweed if you have it) for an extra high-end approach.Ham + pineapple + fried eggFor a morePolynesian-inspired flavor, use this trio that's sweet, salty, and savory all at the same time.Tofu + kimchi + gochujangThis flavor combination is a favorite among Koreans. Gochujang, or red pepper paste, becomes a great base for the broth and adds an extra kick of spice. Thesliced kimchi and tofu then cooksin thehotbroth, turning the soup into a creamy, more fillingramen.Canned corn + butterIn almost every type of high-endramen, some sort of fat component is incorporated into the broth. Mimic this by topping your ramen with apatof butter, then add canned corn for extratexture.American cheese + egg + baconWhile cheese and ramen might seem seem like a crazy idea, many swear by this combo. The cheese adds texture, making thebroth rich and creamy. As a breakfast version of ramen, add an egg into the boiling broth and whisk it, then crumblebacon on top.Roast beef + five spice + hoisin + basil + limeBeef-flavored instant ramen can transform into pretty incredible makeshift Vietnamese pho. Add roast beef, a sprinklingof five spice, a splash of hoisin sauce, and basil and lime to taste.For additional meaty flavor, substitute water with low-sodium beef broth.Coconut milk + green curry paste + assorted vegetables + cilantroSubstitute half of your boiling water with coconut milk, then add a spoonful of green curry paste. Any kind of sliced vegetable will work in this Thai-inspired ramen, but shiitake and peppers are ideal. Squeezein some lime juice to taste.Curry powder + tomato sauce + grilled chicken + yogurt + cilantroTake a trip to India with this rendition of tikka masala. The curry powder, tomato sauce, and yogurt combine to make a thickand creamy broth. Grilled chicken makes the meal more filling, while the cilantro adds freshness.Join the conversation about this storyNOW WATCH: GREEN BERET: This is how we're different from US Navy SEALs
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