How to Make the Viral Korean Sundubu (Soft Tofu) Ramyun at Home | Easy Recipe & K-Ramyun SFU

                          Sundubu Ramyun (Soft Tofu Ramen)


If you have spent any time exploring Korean food trends on TikTok or Instagram Reels, you have likely come across the viral sensation known as Sundubu Ramyun (Soft Tofu Ramen).

By pairing rich, spicy Korean instant noodles with silky soft tofu (sundubu) and a fresh egg, you elevate an everyday comfort food into a restaurant-quality, piping hot stew. The soft tofu tempers the fiery broth with a velvety texture, while a touch of garlic and seasoned sauce adds deep umami goodness.

Here is the exact step-by-step recipe from our latest reel so you can recreate this cozy bowl at home or enjoy it made-to-order at our store!


Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 pack Ottogi Yeul Ramen (or your favorite spicy Korean ramyun)

  • ½ block Soft tofu (sundubu)

  • ½ tsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)

  • ½ tsp K-Ramyun special sauce (or tuna extract / seasoned soy sauce)

  • 1 tsp Minced garlic

  • 1 Fresh egg

  • A generous handful of chopped green onions




 Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Base & Start Boiling

  • Place the ramyun noodles and both seasoning packets (soup powder and dried flakes) into your cooking bowl or pot.

  • Add the minced garlic, ½ tsp chili flakes, and ½ tsp special sauce (or tuna extract).

  • Thickly slice ½ block of soft tofu and arrange it alongside the noodles.

  • Pour in boiling water and start cooking (Total cooking time: 4 minutes 30 seconds).


Step 2: Crack in an Egg (With 2 Minutes Left)

  • When the cooking timer hits approximately 2 minutes remaining, crack in one fresh egg.

  • Pro Tip: Keep the yolk whole and let it gently poach in the bubbling broth. This preserves a silky soft-boiled yolk without clouding the clean, punchy flavors of the spicy soup.


Step 3: Garnish & Serve!

  • Once the timer rings, generously scatter freshly chopped green onions right on top.

  • Take a spoonful of the piping-hot broth combined with tender noodles and melt-in-your-mouth tofu, and enjoy the ultimate comfort meal!


Tip1. Why This Combination Works So Well

  • The Secret Umami Boost: Soft tofu releases natural water as it cooks, which can slightly dilute instant soup base. Adding that extra half-teaspoon of tuna extract or savory special sauce maintains perfect seasoning and enriches the depth of flavor.

  • The Perfect Sides: To balance the warmth and spice, pair your Sundubu Ramyun with freshly rolled Kimbap, savory Rice Balls (Jumeokbap), or a crisp, refreshing Korean convenience store-style DIY Iced Drink.


Experience Authentic Hangang Ramyun at SFU

Craving the real deal? You don’t have to travel all the way to Seoul to experience cooking instant noodles on genuine self-serve induction cookers by the Han River!

Visit K-RAMYUN at SFU Burnaby Campus to craft your customized ramyun bowl with a wide selection of noodles, fresh toppings, and classic Korean street food favorites.

  • Location: 8915 Cornerstone Mews, Burnaby, BC (Right next to Pizza Hut at Simon Fraser University)

  • Dining Options: Cozy Dine-In seating & fast Delivery available

  • Must-Try Items: Customized Hangang Ramyun, Tteokbokki, Kimbap, Rice Balls, and DIY Pouch Drinks

Labels / Tags:

SundubuRamyun, KoreanRamenRecipe, SoftTofuRamen, KRamyunSFU, BurnabyEats, SFUFood, VancouverFoodie, KoreanStreetFood, ComfortFood


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