Testing TikTok's Most VIRAL Recipes
Testing TikTok's Most VIRAL Recipes is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 1. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Mary Allyson on YouTube.
Prep: 3 min | Cook: 9 min | Total: 17 min
Cost: $6.94 total, $6.94 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 packet Instant Ramen Noodles (discard the flavor packet)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional for extra heat)
- 2 tablespoons Vegan Egg Substitute (e.g., JUST Egg) (scrambled in pan)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (toasted)
- 1 tablespoon Scallions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Noodles
Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add the ramen noodles and cook for about 3‑4 minutes until just tender, then drain, reserving a splash of cooking water.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: 100°C
Make the Garlic‑Butter Sauce
While the noodles cook, melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium heat
Combine Noodles and Sauce
Add the drained noodles to the pan, toss to coat evenly. If the mixture looks dry, add a little reserved noodle water.
Time: PT1M
Add the Vegan Egg
Push the noodles to one side of the pan, pour the vegan egg substitute into the empty space and let it set for a few seconds, then scramble it together with the noodles until fully cooked.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium heat
Finish and Serve
Transfer the ramen to a serving bowl, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions on top. Serve immediately.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegan, Dairy-Free, Contains Gluten
Allergens: Soy, Gluten, Sesame
Last updated: April 19, 2026






