Save to Pinterest A creamy, savory noodle dish that fuses classic Italian carbonara with quick-cook ramen, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.
This ramen hack was a game-changer. The Instant Pot makes it silky, with zero guesswork, and every time I make it my family can't stop asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- Noodles: 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- Meats: 4 strips bacon, chopped
- Dairy: 2 large eggs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Aromatics: 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Liquids: 2 cups water
- Seasonings: ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground, Salt, to taste
- Garnishes (optional): Extra grated Parmesan, Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Sauté the bacon:
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp, about 3&4 minutes. Remove a tablespoon of bacon for garnish, leave the rest and bacon fat in the pot.
- Add garlic:
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the noodles:
- Add ramen noodles (broken in half if needed) and 2 cups water. Stir to submerge noodles.
- Pressure cook:
- Seal the Instant Pot lid. Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Quick release the pressure when done.
- Prepare the sauce:
- While the noodles cook, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream (if using), and black pepper in a bowl.
- Mix in sauce:
- Open the Instant Pot. Working quickly, add the egg&Parmesan mixture to the hot noodles, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce (the heat will cook the eggs without scrambling them). Add salt to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, garnished with reserved bacon, more Parmesan, and parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest The first time I made this for my kids, the kitchen filled with laughter as they tried to master their chopstick twirls. It's now our Sunday comfort meal, shared around the kitchen counter.
Required Tools
Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker, whisk, mixing bowl, tongs or chopsticks
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, milk (Parmesan, cream), wheat (ramen noodles). Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 540
Total Fat: 28 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Protein: 23 g (per serving)
Save to Pinterest This Instant Pot carbonara ramen brings together comfort and elegance in one bowl. Enjoy warm, creamy noodles that everyone craves, with minimal effort and cleanup.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute the bacon with another meat?
Yes, pancetta or smoked ham can be used to maintain the smoky, savory element typical of carbonara flavors.
- → Is it necessary to use the Instant Pot for this dish?
The Instant Pot streamlines cooking by quickly pressure-cooking the noodles and melding flavors, but a stovetop can work with adjusted timing.
- → How do you prevent the eggs from scrambling when mixed in?
Mix the egg and cheese blend quickly into the hot noodles off the heat, stirring vigorously to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- → Can I add vegetables to this dish?
Yes, peas, spinach, or sautéed mushrooms are great additions that complement the creamy texture and add freshness.
- → What type of cheese works best for this preparation?
Grated Parmesan cheese provides the classic sharp and salty notes essential to the creamy sauce.