Spicy Ramen Lasagna Fusion (Print)

Bold fusion of ramen noodles, spicy ground pork, tomato sauce, and creamy cheese for a flavorful comfort meal.

# Components:

→ Noodles

01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (85 g each; seasoning discarded)

→ Meat Sauce

02 - 500 g ground pork
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
09 - 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon sugar
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Cheese Layer

14 - 250 g ricotta cheese
15 - 1 large egg
16 - 100 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
17 - 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
02 - Cook ramen noodles in boiling water for 2 minutes less than package instructions; drain and set aside.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; cook until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned.
05 - Incorporate gochujang, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 - In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the mozzarella, and half of the parmesan; mix thoroughly.
07 - Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
08 - Arrange approximately one pack of ramen noodles over sauce.
09 - Spread one third of the ricotta mixture over noodles, top with one third of the meat sauce. Repeat layering twice more, finishing with remaining meat sauce.
10 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan over the top.
11 - Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
12 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
13 - Allow lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bursting with unique spicy flavors and creamy cheese
  • Perfect fusion for ramen and lasagna fans alike
02 -
  • This dish contains common allergens like wheat, egg, dairy, and soy
  • Use ground chicken or turkey to lighten the dish if preferred
03 -
  • Add mushrooms or spinach between layers for extra vegetables
  • Drizzle with chili oil right before serving for a spicy finish

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