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Ramen Carbonara

Ramen Carbonara: A Creamy Twist on Comfort Food Delights

Ramen Carbonara is a creamy fusion of Italian and Japanese flavors, offering comfort and a spicy kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Japanese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Ramen Noodles Fresh or frozen recommended, instant if in a pinch
For the Sauce
  • 2 whole Eggs Mix off heat to avoid scrambling
  • 1 whole Egg Yolk Consider adding an extra for richness
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, Pecorino Romano can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Adjust according to heat preference
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked
For the Protein
  • 100 grams Bacon Diced, can substitute with mushrooms or smoked tofu
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1 egg yolk, ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of gochujang, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil, then cook the Ramen noodles according to package instructions, about 3-4 minutes for fresh or 2-3 minutes for instant. Reserve ½ cup of the cooking water before draining.
  3. Sauté Bacon and Garlic: In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat, add diced bacon and cook until crispy. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Reduce heat to low, add drained Ramen noodles to skillet, and stir in the egg mixture, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Plate the Ramen Carbonara, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, sesame seeds, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to keep the heat low when adding the egg mixture to the noodles to avoid scrambling. Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your spice preference.

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