Cozy Carbonara Ramen Fusion Bowl (Printable Version)

Creamy noodles combine pancetta, parmesan, and ramen for a cozy, satisfying main inspired by Italian and Japanese flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 3.5 ounces pancetta or bacon, diced
02 - 2 large eggs

→ Pasta & Broth

03 - 2 packages instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
04 - 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

→ Dairy

05 - 2 ounces (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Extra Parmesan cheese
12 - Chopped parsley (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
02 - Using a large skillet over medium heat, cook pancetta or bacon until golden and lightly crisped, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Take skillet off the heat.
03 - In a separate pot, bring chicken or vegetable broth to a gentle simmer. Add instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions until just tender.
04 - Reserve 1/4 cup hot broth, then drain noodles and add directly to skillet with pancetta and garlic. Toss together to blend flavors.
05 - With the skillet off the heat, gradually pour in the egg–Parmesan mixture over hot noodles. Quickly and continuously toss noodles, adding reserved broth as needed to achieve a creamy, silky sauce.
06 - Season with extra salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
07 - Divide the noodles among serving bowls. Top each with sliced green onions, additional Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick enough for busy nights ready in just 25 minutes
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients but feels restaurant special
  • Deeply comforting and creamy while still being satisfying
  • One bowl delivers Italian richness and Japanese slurp
02 -
  • High in protein and comfort in every bite
  • Simple technique for big flavor and creamy sauce every time
  • Pairs beautifully with wine or cold beer
03 -
  • Always take the skillet off the heat before adding the egg and cheese mixture so you do not scramble the sauce.
  • Use the reserved hot broth to adjust creaminess to your liking.
  • Try to slice green onions right before serving for extra aroma and crunch.
  • Toasting black pepper in the bacon fat for a few seconds unlocks new dimensions of flavor.

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