Spicy Seafood Ramen

Ingredients

• Ramen noodles (2 servings)
• Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
• Green onions (2, sliced (plus more for garnish))
• Chicken broth (4 cups)
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) (2 tablespoons)
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
• Fish cake (1 cup, sliced)
• Mussels (1 cup, cleaned)
• Squid (1 cup, cleaned and sliced into rings)
• Shrimp (1 cup, peeled and deveined)
• Nori sheets (2, shredded (for garnish))
• Eggs (2, soft-boiled (for garnish))

Instructions

1. Begin by cooking the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp, squid, mussels, and fish cake to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
4. Stir in the sliced green onions, soy sauce, and gochujang, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Divide the cooked ramen noodles between serving bowls and ladle the spicy seafood broth over the top.
7. Garnish each bowl with a soft-boiled egg, sliced in half, and a sprinkle of shredded nori sheets.
8. Serve hot, and enjoy the rich and spicy flavors!