Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen (Printable)

Silky noodles combined with smoky bacon and a creamy egg-parmesan sauce, prepared swiftly.

# Ingredient list:

→ Noodles

01 - 2 packages instant ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
02 - 2 cups water

→ Sauce

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - ¼ cup heavy cream
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Toppings & Mix-ins

08 - 4 slices bacon, chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
11 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove bacon with slotted spoon and set aside, leaving fat in pot.
02 - Add minced garlic to bacon fat and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
03 - Add ramen noodles and water to pot, stirring to submerge noodles. Cancel Sauté mode.
04 - Seal lid and set to Manual or Pressure Cook on high for 1 minute. Perform quick release immediately when cooking completes.
05 - Whisk eggs, Parmesan, heavy cream, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl while noodles cook.
06 - Open pot and immediately stir in egg mixture vigorously to coat noodles evenly without scrambling. Residual heat will gently cook sauce.
07 - Stir in crispy bacon, then top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan as desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes
  • Combines classic Italian and Japanese flavors
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version omit bacon and add sautéed mushrooms
  • Use pecorino romano instead of Parmesan for a sharper taste
03 -
  • Do not overcook the noodles in the Instant Pot to avoid mushiness
  • Stir the egg mixture quickly to create a creamy sauce rather than scrambled eggs
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