Got leftover steak trimmings? Here’s a quick ramen hack that turns scraps into something worth sitting down for. A silky sauce made from egg yolk, mayo, and instant noodle seasoning gives this dish a creamy kick, while the steak adds proper heft. It’s fast, it’s clever, and it’s way better than your usual packet dinner. Use whatever ramen you like just don’t skip the spring onion.
Category
Dinner
Servings
1
Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
10 minutes
Got leftover steak trimmings? Here’s a quick ramen hack that turns scraps into something worth sitting down for. A silky sauce made from egg yolk, mayo, and instant noodle seasoning gives this dish a creamy kick, while the steak adds proper heft. It’s fast, it’s clever, and it’s way better than your usual packet dinner. Use whatever ramen you like just don’t skip the spring onion.
Ingredients
- 1 piece of steak (normally I use the end piece that I cut when slicing steaks)
- 1 packet ramen (your choice)
- 1 spring onion, sliced
- 1 egg yolk
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1 tbsp mayonnaise
-
Chilli crisp (optional)
Directions
Season the steak with salt and pan-fry to your preferred doneness (keep it rare if it’s going over hot broth).
- Set the steak aside to rest.
- Thinly slice the spring onion and set aside.
- In a serving bowl, add the egg yolk, mayonnaise, and the spicy seasoning packet from the ramen.
- Bring a small pot of water to a simmer. Add the noodles and the other seasoning packet, and cook according to the instructions on the packet.
- While the noodles cook, mix the egg yolk, mayo, and seasoning in the bowl with 2 tablespoons of the hot noodle water. Stir until it forms a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Drain the noodles and add them straight into the bowl. Toss well to coat in the sauce.
- Slice the rested steak thinly and place on top of the noodles.
- Garnish with spring onion greens and a spoon of chilli crisp if using.
Recipe video
Recipe notes
Ramen type
Use any ramen you like. Go for spicy if you want heat, or tonkotsu-style if you're after richness. Just split the seasoning packets: spicy goes in the sauce, the other flavours the noodles.
Steak
Steak offcuts are ideal and you can use any cut. This is a great way to use that odd end piece when slicing steaks.
Cook support
Egg yolk sauce only works with hot water so make sure the water’s just come off the boil to get that silky emulsion going.
Chilli crisp
This is optional, but recommended as it adds a nice crunch and heat to cut through the richness.
FAQs
Can I use the whole egg instead of just the yolk?
You could, but it’ll water down the sauce and change the texture. Stick with the yolk if you want that creamy finish.
What if I don’t have mayo?
You’ll lose a bit of richness, but you can sub in a bit of butter or a spoon of tahini in a pinch.
Can I add veg?
Sure! Add some blanched bok choy, bean sprouts, or shredded cabbage.
