Spicy Ramen Lasagna Fusion (Printable)
Inventive noodles, spicy meat sauce, and creamy cheese unite for a memorable layered bake.
# What You'll Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (each 3 oz; seasoning packets discarded)
→ Meat Sauce
02 - 1 lb ground pork (alternatively ground chicken or beef)
03 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
07 - 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to preferred heat level)
09 - 1 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
10 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tsp 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)
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Cook ramen noodles in boiling water for 2 minutes less than the 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 translucent, approximately 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork to the skillet and break up the meat with a spoon. Cook until browned throughout.
05 - Incorporate gochujang, crushed red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
06 - In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the shredded mozzarella, and half the grated parmesan. Stir until evenly blended.
07 - In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Arrange one layer of ramen noodles evenly over the sauce.
08 - Spread one third of the ricotta mixture on the noodles, then top with one third of the meat sauce. Repeat this layering process two more times, finishing with the remaining meat sauce on top.
09 - Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses evenly over the final meat sauce layer.
10 - Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
11 - Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese topping is bubbling and lightly golden.
12 - Allow the lasagna to stand for 10 minutes prior to slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Creative fusion of Japanese and Italian flavors
- Hearty and satisfying for a crowd
02 -
- Contains wheat, dairy, eggs, and soy
- Substitute pork with chicken or beef for different flavors
03 -
- Use ground turkey for a lighter dish
- Drizzle with chili oil for an extra spicy finish