Simple Ramen Twist (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Add-ins
01 -
3/4 cup frozen peas
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Fresh parsley, chopped
→ Sauce
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
pinch red pepper flakes
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2 large eggs
→ Base
07 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 slices bacon, diced
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3/4 cup chopped onion
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3 packages ramen noodles
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook up the bacon until it's crispy, which takes about 6-7 minutes. Take it out but save the bacon fat.
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Sauté the garlic and onion in the leftover bacon fat for 4-5 minutes, just until soft.
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Boil the ramen (don’t use the seasoning packets). Toss in the peas during the last minute. Save 3/4 cup of the cooking water before draining.
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In a bowl, mix together the eggs, Parmesan, the cooked onions, reserved bacon drippings, salt, and chili flakes.
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Take the hot noodles and toss them with the egg sauce. Add in the cooked bacon and slowly stir in the saved pasta water. Finish it off with parsley on top.
# Notes:
01 -
Go with freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
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If you want, bacon can be swapped with pancetta.
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To avoid scrambling the eggs, temper them carefully.