Save A quick and creamy fusion of classic Italian carbonara and Japanese ramen, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines silky noodles, smoky bacon, and a luscious egg-parmesan sauce—all made effortlessly in the Instant Pot.
This dish is a game changer for weeknight dinners. I love how quickly it comes together and the creamy texture from the egg and cheese mixture is unbeatable.
Ingredients
- Noodles: 2 packages instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets), 2 cups water
- Sauce: 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Toppings & Mix-ins: 4 slices bacon chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional), Additional grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy about 3 4 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- Step 2:
- Add minced garlic to the bacon fat and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Add ramen noodles and water to the pot. Stir to submerge the noodles. Cancel Sauté mode.
- Step 4:
- Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to Manual or Pressure Cook for 1 minute. Quick-release the pressure immediately after cooking ends.
- Step 5:
- Whisk together eggs, grated Parmesan, heavy cream, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
- Step 6:
- Open the Instant Pot and immediately add the egg mixture to the hot noodles stirring vigorously to coat the noodles and prevent scrambling. The residual heat will cook the sauce gently and make it creamy.
- Step 7:
- Stir in the crispy bacon and top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Save This recipe quickly became a family favorite, especially on busy weeknights when we need something both fast and comforting.
Required Tools
Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker), Slotted spoon, Mixing bowl, Whisk
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs, Milk (dairy), Wheat (in ramen noodles), Pork (bacon). May contain traces of soy depending on ramen brand check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 570, Total Fat 28 g, Carbohydrates 56 g, Protein 23 g
Save This Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen is the perfect blend of speed and flavor for any meal.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I prevent the eggs from scrambling?
Adding the egg-parmesan mixture immediately after pressure cooking while stirring vigorously uses residual heat to gently thicken the sauce without curdling.
- → Can I substitute bacon with another ingredient?
Pancetta works well as a savory alternative, or for a vegetarian option, sautéed mushrooms add a similar umami depth.
- → What type of noodles works best?
Instant ramen noodles are preferred for quick cooking and perfect texture, but any thin wheat noodles can be used.
- → Why use the Instant Pot for this dish?
The pressure cooker speeds up noodle cooking and infuses flavors efficiently while allowing the sauce to thicken smoothly afterward.
- → How can I make the sauce creamier?
Incorporating heavy cream alongside Parmesan and eggs adds luxurious richness and a velvety texture to the sauce.