What Size Ramen Pot for 1–2 Packs? (Diameter & Volume Guide)
Choosing a ramen pot is mostly about water volume and diameter. Most instant packs call for ~400–550 ml (≈ 1.7–2.3 cups) per pack. Use the table below to size your pot so you get fast boils without messy spillovers.
Quick size table
| Packs | Water (ml) | Recommended pot (working volume) |
Typical diameter | Why it works |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 pack | 400–550 ml | 1.0–1.5 L | 14–16 cm | Room for noodles + rolling boil |
| 2 packs | 800–1100 ml | 1.8–2.5 L | 16–18 cm | Prevents foam-over when adding toppings |
Working volume = usable space below the rim (leave ~2–3 cm headroom).
Diameter vs boil speed
Wider pots (16–18 cm) expose more surface area so water returns to a boil faster after you add noodles. Narrow 14 cm pots are compact but may foam higher—watch the heat.
Anti–boil-over tips
- Keep the lid ajar as noodles release starch.
- Drop heat slightly when foam rises; stir in a figure-8.
- Add toppings after the boil settles.
Best picks
- 1-pack hero: 16 cm Instant Noodle Pot — ~1.5 L
- 2-pack winner: 20 cm Ramen Pot — ~2.2 L
- Apartment-friendly: Nonstick Ramen Pot with Lid — 13 cm
Ready to cook? Browse all ramen pots, then serve in a ramen bowl with Asian soup spoons.