Preprocessed noodles that can be prepared and eaten quickly; usually refers to instant noodles or cup noodles.
忙しい朝は即席めんで済ませることが多い。
On busy mornings I often get by with instant noodles.
カップを使えば即席めんはお湯を注ぐだけで食べられる。
With cup-type instant noodles you can eat them just by pouring hot water.
最近は即席めんでも本格的な味の製品が増えている。
Recently there are more instant noodle products that have authentic flavors.
旅行のときは軽くて保存のきく即席めんを持って行く。
When I travel I bring lightweight, shelf-stable instant noodles.