Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen (Print View)

Savory fusion of creamy carbonara sauce and tender ramen noodles, cooked quickly for a satisfying meal.

# Components:

→ Noodles

01 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)

→ Meats

02 - 4 strips bacon, chopped

→ Dairy

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)

→ Aromatics

06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

07 - 2 cups water

→ Seasonings

08 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnishes (optional)

10 - Reserved bacon pieces
11 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese
12 - Chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and cook the chopped bacon until crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove one tablespoon of bacon for garnish, leaving the remainder and rendered fat in the pot.
02 - Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Place the instant ramen noodles into the pot, breaking them in half if necessary, then add 2 cups of water. Stir to ensure the noodles are submerged.
04 - Seal the Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Perform a quick pressure release once cooking is complete.
05 - While the noodles cook, whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan, heavy cream if using, and freshly ground black pepper in a bowl.
06 - Open the Instant Pot lid and immediately add the egg and cheese mixture to the hot noodles. Stir vigorously to form a creamy sauce, allowing residual heat to cook the eggs without scrambling. Season with salt to taste.
07 - Plate the dish promptly, topping with reserved bacon, additional Parmesan, and chopped parsley as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes for busy nights
  • Fusion flavors create a unique twist on comfort food
02 -
  • This recipe contains eggs, dairy, and wheat
  • Bacon may contain traces of other allergens so always check packaging
03 -
  • Whisk the egg mixture well so it incorporates smoothly
  • Work quickly when adding the egg mixture to avoid scrambling
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