Oodles of fun: Add an inventive twist to your instant noodles

For young families or busy individuals who don’t have time to prepare multicourse meals at home, instant noodles are undoubtedly a popular choice for a quick and easy bite. 

The Mi Sedaap Goreng Asli is a particularly well-loved pick among foodies. It is characterised by its tasty seasoning and toppings, like its signature fried onions, which add another level of textural interest to the dish.

For those craving an extra dash of flair and flavour, while also involving the entire family in the the meal-making process, there are some clever tricks you can turn to. From using colourful ingredients to flexing your creativity, here are some ways to make dinnertime the best time for family bonding.

Get creative with your Mi Sedaap presentation

The classic way of plating instant noodles is already quite enticing because we know the dish will taste good. However, if you want to impress discerning diners at home, put a little extra effort into the presentation.

Task the kids with choosing a theme (think animals or cartoon characters!) and have them judge your creations – this will make your cooking adventure entertaining and interactive.

The possibilities of creative ideas to plate your Mi Sedaap are endless, but here are some ways to help you kick-start your imagination:

• Use the noodles as hair for a cartoon character, and add some diced veggies or fruit for decoration.

• Use rice to mould the shape of your favourite animal, like a cute bear, and place the Mi Sedaap noodles in the centre. Cut up small pieces of seaweed to help create a face on the rice.

• Create edible art on the plate by using the noodles as your “paint”, and make everything from a house to a tree to a funny face. Don’t forget to dice up small pieces of meat or veggies to embellish your artwork.

Use the colours of the rainbow

Kids and adults alike are more likely to be interested in eating a dish when colourful ingredients are used. Use a variety of bright veggies, fruits and herbs to elevate your humble packet of Mi Sedaap noodles and enhance whatever dish you making. 

You will probably have plenty of ingredients in your pantry and fridge, so don’t forget to check the kitchen before heading out to grab more items from the supermarket. 

There are countless colourful ingredients you can play with and add to your mi, but here are some popular examples that can’t go wrong:

• Red: capsicum, chilli, red cherry tomatoes, crumbled meat
• Orange: baby carrots, mandarin oranges, sweet potato chips
• Yellow: bell peppers, corn, yellow cherry tomatoes, shredded cheese
• Green: cucumber, broccoli, celery, lettuce
• Blue: blueberries, butterfly pea flowers
• Purple: eggplant, beets, purple yam, figs

Turn the Mi Sedaap cooking process into a game

Who said cooking or preparing a bowl of Mi Sedaap has to be mundane and boring? Turn kitchen time into game time and get the kids involved in prepping a meal. Everyone can enjoy quality time together by making the cooking process a fun activity.

If the extended family is around, grandparents, aunts and uncles can join in on the action, whether it’s keeping track of time or choosing a winner. Here are some cooking game ideas that can definitely bring out everyone’s competitive side:

• Challenge each other to boil a packet of Mi Sedaap instant noodles perfectly without a timer. No cheating by looking at the clock!

• Compete to create the most creative Mi Sedaap Goreng Asli dish. Consider preparing savoury doughnuts by crushing dried instant noodles and combining them with the included seasonings and fried onions to form a batter. Shape the batter and fry to perfection.

• Pick a dessert theme and compete to make the tastiest sweet treat with Mi Sedaap. For instance, make a simple noodle cake by layering cooked noodles with fresh fruits and cream. Keep alternating between noodles, fruit slices and whipped cream until you've created a delicious cake.

With these easy and creative ideas to turn this instant dish into a gourmet meal, the kitchen will undoubtedly be the most important room in your home.

Find more creative recipes here, or visit your nearest supermarket to check out Mi Sedaap and its full line of instant noodles.