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Ramen Carbonara

A fun twist on the classic Italian dish, Ramen Carbonara combines the comfort of ramen noodles with a creamy carbonara sauce for a rich and flavorful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 packages ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
  • 4 slices bacon, diced Can use turkey bacon or pancetta as substitutes.
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Replace with different cheeses if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Add more to taste.
  • a pinch red pepper flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking the Bacon
  1. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the drippings in the pan.
Sautéing Vegetables
  1. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the bacon drippings. Sauté until the onion is softened and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Cooking Noodles
  1. While the onion is cooking, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions. During the last minute of cooking, add the frozen peas to the pot. Reserve 3/4 cup of the cooking water before draining the noodles and peas.
Mixing the Sauce
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, cooked onions with garlic, the bacon drippings, salt, and red pepper flakes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the hot drained ramen and peas to the bowl with the egg mixture, immediately tossing the noodles to coat them evenly.
  2. Stir in the crispy bacon and gradually mix in the reserved ramen cooking water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if desired. Divide the ramen carbonara between serving bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Ramen Carbonara is best served warm. Add extra Parmesan on top for a richer cheese experience. This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.