Add a pack of soft tofu to spicy ramen broth, and it tastes just like the sundubu-jjigae from a home-style diner — not a snack shop. Just two ingredients, ready in 3 minutes.
The balance of spicy flavor and soft texture
Sundubu-jjigae is a spicy, silky-smooth soup dish commonly found at Korean restaurants, and this combo recreates that taste and texture using only convenience store ingredients. Add soft tofu to the fiery broth of kimchi-flavored ramen, and the tofu soaks up the broth's spiciness and umami while keeping its soft texture. Eating the ramen noodles together with the tofu feels like enjoying a soup dish and a noodle dish at once. It's especially recommended for those who love spicy food.
How to make it
When preparing cup ramen, scoop in generous chunks of soft tofu and microwave it together.
Tip
Since soft tofu releases water, pouring in a bit less water than usual helps balance the seasoning.
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