Instant Noodle Hack

Ingredients

• 1 package Cup Noodles (any flavor) (Use the broth; discard noodles if you prefer a pure custard)
• 250 ml Water (Hot water, just off the boil)
• 1 large Large Egg (Room temperature, cracked into bowl)
• 50 g Cooked Protein (e.g., shredded chicken, ham, tofu) (Optional, pre‑cooked and diced)
• 30 g Mixed Vegetables (e.g., peas & carrots) (Optional, thawed if frozen)

Instructions

1. Boil Water

   Heat 250 ml of water to a rolling boil using a kettle or microwave.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: 100°C

2. Prepare Broth

   Pour the hot water into the cup noodles, cover, and let sit for 3 minutes. Stir to dissolve the flavor packet.

   Time: PT3M

3. Transfer Broth

   Open the cup and carefully pour the hot broth into a microwave‑safe bowl, leaving the noodles behind if you prefer a pure custard.

   Time: PT30S

4. Add Egg

   Crack the egg into the broth and whisk vigorously with a fork until fully incorporated.

   Time: PT1M

5. Add Protein & Veg (Optional)

   Stir in the diced cooked protein and vegetables, if using.

   Time: PT30S

6. Microwave Cooking

   Place the bowl in the microwave. Cook on high for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until the mixture thickens and becomes jiggly, about 2 minutes total.

   Time: PT2M

7. Serve

   Let the custard rest for 30 seconds, then enjoy directly from the bowl or transfer to the original cup.

   Time: PT30S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

8 g

Fiber

2 g