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2‑Minute Ramen Hack

Recipe by Jim & Fin on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

2 minutes to prep, 2 to cook. A lightning‑fast ramen recipe that transforms a plain instant packet into a satisfying bowl in just two minutes. Boiling water and a sprinkle of fresh green onion give this budget‑friendly meal comforting flavor in no time.

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2‑Minute Ramen Hack by Jim & Fin, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a small saucepan.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The water reaches a rolling boil.

  2. Add the instant ramen packet to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate the noodles.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The noodles separate as they cook. Stir occasionally to keep them from clumping.

  3. Remove the pot from heat, transfer the noodles and broth to a bowl, and garnish with the chopped green onion.

  4. Serve immediately while hot.

Tips while you cook

Start with boiling water
Bring the 2 cups of water to a rolling boil before adding the ramen packet.
Stir occasionally while cooking
Stir the noodles occasionally during the 2‑minute cook.
Garnish after removing from heat
Add the chopped green onion only after the pot is removed from heat and transferred to a bowl.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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Ramen, 7 ways

Seven creators posted their own. Most use soy sauce, garlic, green onion and chicken.

  1. Sam Jose35 min11 ingr.Only this one uses ramen noodles, steak and heavy cream
  2. Jim & Fin4 min3 ingr.Only this one uses instant ramen packet
  3. Joe Chu50 min16 ingr.Only this one uses kelp noodles, lemon juice and baking soda
  4. modernflavour45 min14 ingr.Only this one uses rice wine vinegar, rice noodles and sesame seeds
  5. Sorted Food11 min14 ingr.Only this one uses instant ramen noodles, tiger prawns and mirin
  6. Vimarsh Patel25 min10 ingr.Only this one uses corn starch, boiled eggs and cream cheese
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