Quick Wai Wai Noodle Recipes – 3 Easy Ways to Cook Wai Wai Chicken Noodles

What Are Wai Wai Noodles?

Wai Wai are Nepal's most iconic instant noodles — beloved across South Asia and by the Nepali diaspora worldwide. Unlike other instant noodles, Wai Wai can be eaten dry and crunchy straight from the packet, or cooked into a hot, soupy meal. Here are three quick ways to enjoy them.

Method 1: Classic Soupy Wai Wai (5 minutes)

The most popular way to eat Wai Wai — hot, comforting, and ready in minutes.

You'll need:

  • 1 packet Wai Wai Chicken – 75g
  • 400ml water
  • Included seasoning sachet
  • Optional: sliced spring onion, boiled egg, chilli flakes

Method:

  1. Bring water to a boil in a small pot.
  2. Add the noodles and cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender.
  3. Stir in the seasoning sachet.
  4. Pour into a bowl and top with spring onion, a boiled egg, or chilli to taste.

Method 2: Dry Wai Wai Chaat (No cooking needed)

A popular Nepali street snack — crunchy, tangy, and addictive.

You'll need:

  • 1 packet Wai Wai Chicken – 75g
  • Seasoning sachet (from the packet)
  • Finely chopped onion, tomato, and green chilli
  • Squeeze of lemon juice
  • Fresh coriander

Method:

  1. Crush the dry noodles lightly inside the packet.
  2. Open and pour into a bowl.
  3. Add the seasoning, chopped vegetables, lemon juice, and coriander.
  4. Toss well and serve immediately for maximum crunch.

Method 3: Wai Wai Stir-Fry (10 minutes)

A quick weeknight meal with vegetables and egg.

You'll need:

  • 1–2 packets Wai Wai Chicken – 75g
  • 1 egg
  • Handful of mixed vegetables (cabbage, carrot, capsicum)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Seasoning sachets
  • Soy sauce and chilli sauce to taste

Method:

  1. Soak noodles in hot water for 1 minute, then drain.
  2. Heat oil in a wok or frying pan over high heat.
  3. Stir-fry vegetables for 2 minutes. Push to the side and scramble the egg.
  4. Add the drained noodles and seasoning. Toss everything together.
  5. Finish with a splash of soy sauce and chilli sauce. Serve hot.

Tips & Variations

  • Buy in bulk — Wai Wai Chicken Box of 30 is great value for families or offices.
  • The dry chaat method works brilliantly as a party snack or lunchbox addition.
  • Add a soft-boiled egg to the soupy version for extra protein.
  • Wai Wai noodles hold their texture better than most instant noodles — don't overcook.

Shop Wai Wai at Nepsto

Available as a single pack, bundle of 3, or a box of 30 — delivered to your door across Denmark.