spicy ramen lasagna fusion (Print)
Ramen noodles layered with spicy pork, tomato, and creamy cheese for comforting, bold flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Noodles
01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (3 oz each); seasoning discarded
→ Meat Sauce
02 - 1 lb ground pork (alternatively use ground chicken or beef)
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust according to heat preference)
09 - 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Cheese Layer
14 - 9 oz ricotta cheese
15 - 1 large egg
16 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
17 - 1.75 oz parmesan cheese, grated
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish, optional)
# Instructions:
01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Cook ramen noodles in a large pot of boiling water for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant and onion turns translucent, approximately 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks.
05 - Stir in gochujang, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
06 - In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half the mozzarella, and half the parmesan cheese. Stir until homogenous.
07 - Lightly grease a 9x13-inch (22x30 cm) baking dish. Spread a thin layer of meat sauce at the bottom. Arrange one pack of ramen noodles over the sauce as the first layer.
08 - Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles. Add one-third of the remaining meat sauce on top. Repeat layering noodles, cheese mixture, and meat sauce twice more, finishing with meat sauce on top.
09 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the lasagna.
10 - Cover baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.
11 - Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
12 - Allow lasagna to stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
# Pro Tips:
01 -
- Bursting with spicy, savory flavors in every bite
- Creative comfort food perfect for impressing guests
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- This recipe contains wheat, egg, dairy, and soy. Always check labels for allergens in packaged ramen.
- Lasagna is best to slice after resting for a clean cut and firm layers.
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- Swap in ground chicken or turkey for a lighter twist and try mixing extra sauteed veggies such as spinach or mushrooms between layers.
- Drizzle with chili oil before serving for an added kick and pair with crisp beer or slightly chilled red wine for balance.