instant ramen

Quick packaged noodles

Instant ramen is precooked noodles sold in dried blocks with seasoning packets, designed to be prepared in minutes by adding boiling water.

The cheap, shelf-stable meal became a staple of college students and budget cooking: I lived on instant ramen my freshman year.

Distinct from fresh ramen served at restaurants.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G