Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen

A creamy, savory noodle dish that fuses classic Italian carbonara with quick-cook ramen, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.

I first made this recipe when I was craving something comforting but fast, and it quickly became a favorite for busy weeknights.

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

Step 1:

Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp about 34 minutes. Remove a tablespoon of bacon for garnish if desired leave the rest and bacon fat in the pot.

Step 2:

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3:

Add ramen noodles (broken in half if needed) and 2 cups water. Stir to submerge noodles.

Step 4:

Seal the Instant Pot lid. Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Quick release the pressure when done.

Step 5:

While the noodles cook whisk together eggs Parmesan cheese heavy cream (if using) and black pepper in a bowl.

Step 6:

Open the Instant Pot. Working quickly add the eggParmesan 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.

Step 7:

Serve immediately garnished with reserved bacon more Parmesan and parsley if desired.

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This recipe has brought my family together for many quick dinners that feel special and hearty.

Notes

Add peas or spinach for extra veggies Pair with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio

Required Tools

Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker Whisk Mixing bowl Tongs or chopsticks

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs Milk (Parmesan cream) Wheat (ramen noodles) Bacon may contain traces of other allergens check packaging Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens

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This Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen is a delicious and speedy meal perfect for any day of the week.