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Easy Garlic Butter Ramen Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful ramen dish featuring garlic butter, greens, and fresh basil, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Dairy & Oils

  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced or grated)
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated

Vegetables

  • 2–3 cups finely chopped leafy dark greens (spinach or kale)

Noodles

  • 2 packs brown rice ramen noodles (seasoning packets discarded)
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped, plus more for serving)

Eggs & Garnishes

  • 2 fried eggs for serving (optional)
  • Toasted sesame seeds for serving optional
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Melt butter in a skillet, add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant (~3–4 min).
  • Add greens to the skillet, cook until wilted (~2–3 min).
  • Cook ramen noodles according to package, then drain.
  • Combine noodles with garlic butter and greens, add soy sauce, toss, then mix in basil.
  • Divide into bowls, top with fried eggs, sesame seeds, basil, and black pepper.

Notes

Feel free to add more basil or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: basil, garlic, ramen