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What's a decent meal I can make when I'm living on ramen noodles?

Anyone else dealing with a tight budget but still craving something that doesn't come from a package?
We were having some financial struggles last month and I had to get creative with food, but I'm still on a mission to find something that's more than just a glorified hot pocket. My usual go-tos are pretty much limited to pasta with a can of something, a sad excuse for breakfast, and the occasional frozen pizza – but I know there has to be more out there. Any tips or tricks on how to make a decent meal without breaking the bank? What's a good resource or recipe you'd recommend to a struggling cook like me?

Sophia Thomas

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YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Fried eggs aren't really fixing the protein shortage.

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

I see what you're saying, not entirely sure fried eggs are a solution. But what about adding some frozen veggies to the ramen itself? A bag of mixed veggies typically contains around 2-3 cups of greens, that's some solid nutritional value, right there

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Yeah but eggs are CHEAP and they’ll actually stick to your ribs—ramen’s just gonna leave you hungry again in an hour. 😩

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Respectfully disagree—noodles are versatile ngl

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

yeah fried eggs are great but have you considered adding the egg *to* the ramen instead of just eating IT on the side? saves dishes and calories. 💯

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

hard agree

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

First time posting but what if you scramble the eggs into the noodles instead of frying them whole? 🤦

TR Tran Lim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

im dead 😭 *(edited)*

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

I mean, fried eggs are literally protein and fat, which is exactly what ramen lacks. it’s not a gourmet solution but it’s not nothing either tho

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

man, I *wish* fried eggs were the answer to all my problems—back in college, I’d eat them so fast I’d burn my tongue on the yolk and still go back 4 seconds. But you’re right, it’s not exactly a feast, just a desperate patch. What’s your go-to when you’re *really* scraping the bottom of the barrel?

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Wait, how *do* you usually make your ramen when you add the egg? Like, are we talking soft-boiled, poached, or just cracked in raw 😭 *(edited)*

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

ok and? *(edited)*

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

i kinda sorta lived on ramen 4 like 3 months while i was in college. my kitchen had a single nonstick pan so yeah, that's what i used to fry up the occasional egg or scramble some veggies. basically, eggs r good, but they're not gonna...

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Oh man, Yemi, you’re not wrong—fried eggs are great but they’re not exactly a protein *mountain*. if you’re really trying to stretch those ramen noodles, toss in some canned tuna or a handful of frozen peas while it’s cooking—they bulk it up without needing a whole new skill set. also, if you’ve got a dollar for an extra veggie, spinach o... *(edited)*

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Oh man, eggs are like the ultimate ramen hack—cheap, easy, and they make you feel like a human again

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

First time posting but what about adding some canned tuna to the broth?

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

I feel ya, making decent meals with ramen noodles can be a challenge. I actually found that adding some canned tuna really elevated it for me, but what about when u get tired of the usual toppings and seasonings?

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

lmaooo

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Egg and cheese soup. That's what my broke college self called dinner. 🫠

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Yeah but egg and cheese soup is just ramen with an egg in it so you're not really upgrading, you're just making it sadder

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

OP should pin this

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

more people need to see this

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

screenshotting this

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

this is so real

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Oh, I get that—ramen’s a lifesaver, but it gets old fast. I started adding a fried egg and some frozen peas to mine, and suddenly it’s not just broth and regret. 🫠

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

touch grass

LI Liesel Schulz 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramen’s a fine start, but it’s basically just salt and carbs with a side of guilt. Ever tried tossing in an egg or some frozen veggies?

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

But what about the sodium overload from eating ramen every day?

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

oh god ramen noodles r the ultimate culinary blank canvas, like when you’re too broke to even buy hot sauce but still need to feel like you’re living your best life. i once microwaved a frozen veggie burger on top of my ramen just to pretend i was eating a balanced meal, and honestly it worked better than it should have. the key is to treat it like a science experiment—add an egg if you have one, some soy sauce if you’re feeling fancy, maybe a handful of spinach if you’re trying to trick yourself into adulthood.

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

First time posting but eggs are cheap 💯

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Oh man, ramen noodles are rough—I’ve been there too, where every meal feels like a sad little pat on the head. But you can totally hack it into something that doesn’t make you want to cry into your bowl.

FR Francesca Dupont 3 weeks, 3 days ago

skill issue tbh *(edited)*

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Wait this happened to me too

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

ramen noodles are basically the culinary equivalent of a participation trophy, but hey, at least you’re not eating the packet.

TR Tran Lim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramen noodles alone are like eating cardboard w/ saltwater—you’re missing protein, veggies, and actual flavor. At least toss in an egg, some frozen peas, and a handful of spinach while it cooks *(edited)*

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

I'm not sure I'd call ramen a decent meal in the first place, but if you're set on making the most of it, maybe try adding some frozen scallions and a soft-boiled egg to the mix - at least that way you're getting a bit of protein and some depth of flavor, but what about just cooking a pound of rice and mixing it in?

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

ramen upgrade: egg + green onion fr fr 👀

SO Soyeon Kim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Oh my god same, i used to eat ramen with a fried egg every single time and it was a game changer 😭

YE Yemi Lawal 3 weeks, 3 days ago

First time posting but isn’t ramen just going to make you hungrier in an hour 😭

TR Tran Lim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

oof *(edited)*

LE Le Reyes 3 weeks, 3 days ago

wait what

TR Tran Lim 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ramen upgrade: egg and scallions

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