Today i decided to try out the food trend that blows up on Tiktok and Youtube. The fun fusion of spicy Korean Buldak ramen with creamy Italian Carbonara – Italian Style Buldak Ramen Carbonara. Here’s how to make Buldak Carbonara Ramen, a simple, delicious and creamy spicy ramen dish:
Ingredients
- 1 package of Buldak Ramen Carbonara noodles
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Mozzarella Cheese: Add about 60g (2 oz) of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the noodles after cooking or Use 1 slice of processed mozzarella cheese.
- Parmesan Cheese: Add about 1/4 cup (30-40g) of finely grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: Green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook The Buldak Ramen
- Bring 2.5 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot.
- Add the dry ramen noodles to the boiling water. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to separate the noodles.
- Once the noodles are cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain the rest.Once the noodles are cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water and drain the rest.
- Return the noodles to the pot and add the reserved cooking water.
2. Prepare The Carbonara Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream until well combined. Set aside.
3. Cook The Bacon And Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Combine Ramen and Sauce
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked ramen noodles to the skillet. Toss to coat the noodles in the garlic-infused oil.
- Slowly pour the carbonara mixture over the noodles, tossing continuously to ensure the sauce coats the noodles evenly and cooks gently with the residual heat. This should create a creamy sauce without scrambling the eggs.
5. Add Seasoning
- Add both seasoning packets from the Buldak Carbonara package (the liquid sauce and the cream powder) to the noodles. Mix thoroughly.
6. Add Bacon And Garlic
Add the crispy bacon and garlic to the noodles and mix well.
7. Sprinkle Mozzarella
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the noodles. Cover the pot and let sit for 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Stir everything together to create a creamy, cheesy sauce. Add some reserved cooking water if needed to reach desired consistency.
8. Serve
- Transfer the creamy, spicy ramen to serving bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Tips For A Less Spicy Buldak Ramen Carbonara
To make the Italian Style Buldak Ramen Carbonara less spicy, you can try the following methods:
- Reduce the spicy sauce: Use only half or even a quarter of the spicy sauce packet that comes with the noodles. This allows you to control the heat level while still maintaining some of the intended flavor.
- Add dairy products: Incorporate milk, cream, or cheese into the dish. The fats in dairy help neutralize the capsaicin that causes the spicy sensation. Try adding:
- 2-3 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk
- Extra cheese (mozzarella, parmesan, or a slice of processed cheese)
- Balance with sweetness: A small amount of sugar or honey can help counteract the spiciness. Add about 1/2 teaspoon of sugar or honey and adjust to taste.
- Increase the noodle-to-sauce ratio: Cook additional plain noodles and mix them with the seasoned ones to dilute the overall spiciness.
