Named a Best Cookbook of Summer 2025 by Bon Appetit and Epicurious "Where some might see a
cheap ubiquitous food product Kim sees a world of possibilities and wonder." - The Washington
Post "This is a joyful deep dive into a pantry staple . . . Kim breaks down instant ramen's
innovative invention explores its historical context shares his steps for how to make any
packet your own gives you a field guide to the most iconic brands and more." - Epicurious A
delightful deep dive into the versatility of instant ramen this umami-rich instruction manual
with 40+ international recipes will help you become a better chef and get creative in the
kitchen using a classic comfort food slurped around the world. Instant ramen while a
seemingly simple dish straight out of the packet is the quintessential blank canvas to
practice improvising in the kitchen. Ready in ten minutes and a forgiving partner due to its
baseline deliciousness a bowl of tasty noodles results from any experimentation no matter how
far-flung. Author Peter J. Kim breaks down his philosophies on creating perfect harmony in your
bowl through 40+ transformative recipes a fool-proof methodology an instant ramen flavor
wheel and robust pantry recommendations plus a field guide to different ramen varieties and
flavor profiles. For those in search of even more ways to think outside the packet Instant
Ramen Kitchen is complete with unique comfort food recipes from all corners of the globe that
demonstrate the beloved noodle’s versatility and flavor-enhancing qualities including:
Xi’an-style Cumin Lamb Ramen Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) Ramen alla Marinara Ramen Fideuà
(Catalan Noodle Paella) B.E.C. Ramen (Bacon Egg and Cheese) After helping you perfect the
basics Kim offers a peek inside his own improvisations that have resulted in nourishing
delicious and soul-satisfying meals that are great to enjoy any time of day. Following his
example it’s time to let the flavorful fun begin creating your own unique ramen masterpieces.
ALWAYS IN THE MOOD FOR COMFORT FOOD: Over 100 billion servings of instant ramen are consumed
worldwide each year. And everyone loves to weigh in with their favorite preparation: Kylie
Jenner likes it with butter and garlic powder. David Chang puts Pecorino Romano in his cooking
liquid. Astronauts even eat them in space! Join the crowd with this practical and inspiring
guide to noodlicious culinary exploration. LEARN TO COOK: Here is everything you need to
learn to cook using a beloved and familiar product. It' s easy versatile and affordable
making it the perfect dish to experiment with. The stakes are low if you mess up: you haven'
t spent more than twenty minutes or $20 but you' ve gained a world of knowledge in the
kitchen. EASY GIFTING: This is the perfect gift for the ramen-loving people in your life.
Part nerdy deep dive part fun-filled celebration it makes a great present or self-purchase
any time of year from the cold-weather holidays and springtime graduations to housewarmings
for new owners or renters and inspiration for people looking to jazz up a weekly meal. Perfect
for: Noodle lovers and anyone who likes ramen Asian cuisine and comfort foods Home cooks and
dorm dwellers Novice and experienced cooks who enjoy preparing quick and easy meals Parents who
enjoy cooking with their kids Gift-giving for birthday graduation holidays housewarming
wedding shower or any occasion
