Garlic Butter Paprika Ramen

1.In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

2.Once boiling, add the instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually about 3-4 minutes).

3.While the noodles are cooking, heat the sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4.Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.

5.Stir in the unsalted butter and smoked paprika, allowing the butter to melt and the spices to infuse, about 1 minute.

6.Once the noodles are cooked, reserve a cup of the noodle cooking water, then drain the noodles and add them to the skillet with the garlic butter mixture.

7.Pour in the soy sauce and a bit of the reserved noodle water (start with 1/4 cup) to create a silky sauce, tossing the noodles to coat evenly. If the mixture seems dry, add more reserved water as needed.

8.Season with salt and pepper to taste, and continue to toss the noodles over medium heat for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.

9.Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.