Ramen Carbonara Fusion Dish (View Print Version)

Instant noodles tossed in a silky egg and cheese sauce with optional bacon and parsley.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 1 packet instant ramen noodles (discard flavor packet)

→ Sauce

02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano
04 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings & Additions

08 - 2 strips cooked bacon or pancetta, chopped (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
10 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

# Method:

01 - Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Cook ramen noodles for approximately 3 minutes until tender. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of hot cooking water.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, grated Parmesan, heavy cream if using, minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
03 - Return drained noodles to the pot off the heat. Immediately pour the egg and cheese mixture over the noodles, tossing vigorously to coat. Add reserved hot water incrementally to achieve a silky sauce consistency.
04 - Fold in cooked bacon or pancetta if desired, then transfer to a serving bowl.
05 - Top with extra grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in 15 minutes but tastes like you actually put in effort.
  • The sauce clings to every strand of ramen in that silky, indulgent way that makes you close your eyes while eating.
  • Works perfectly for solo dinners or impressing someone with a 'casual' homemade meal.
02 -
  • Temperature timing is everything, the noodles must be hot when the egg hits them or you'll end up with scrambled bits instead of silky sauce.
  • Toss constantly and fast, never hesitate, this is the difference between creamy carbonara and grainy disappointment.
  • That reserved cooking water is not optional, it's your safety net and your secret weapon for the perfect consistency.
03 -
  • Keep your pot off the heat the entire time you're mixing in the sauce, residual heat is enough and keeps you safe from scrambling.
  • Have everything prepped and ready before you drain the noodles, this is a dish where speed is actually your friend and technique beats multitasking.
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