ramen with a poached egg

(adapted from Roy Choi)

Ingredients:

1 package ramen noodles with flavor packet

1 large egg

½ teaspoon butter

2 slices American cheese

¼ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

½ scallion, green part only, thinly sliced on the bias

Directions:

Bring 2 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the noodles and cook for 2 minutes. Add the flavor packet, stir, and continue to cook for another 30 seconds.

Meanwhile poach the egg in a pan of simmering water for three minutes.

Transfer the ramen and broth to a serving bowl. Add the butter, layer cheese on top and scatter sesame seeds. Stir gently. Garnish with the scallions. Top with the poached egg.

Serves 1