Spicy Ramen Lasagna Fusion (Printable)
Spicy noodles layered with pork, tomato sauce, and creamy cheese deliver bold fusion comfort in every bite.
# What You Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (3 oz each), seasoning packets discarded
→ Meat Sauce
02 - 1 lb ground pork (substitute with ground chicken or beef if preferred)
03 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
07 - 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
09 - 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
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 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
15 - 1 large egg
16 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
17 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 350°F (180°C) to heat thoroughly.
02 - Boil ramen noodles for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, warm vegetable oil. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until translucent and aromatic, about 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork and cook, breaking apart with a spoon, until browned throughout.
05 - Stir in gochujang, crushed red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
06 - Combine ricotta cheese, egg, half the shredded mozzarella, and half the parmesan in a mixing bowl. Blend well until smooth.
07 - In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom.
08 - Arrange approximately one pack of par-boiled ramen noodles over the sauce, fitting as evenly as possible.
09 - Distribute one third of ricotta mixture over the noodles, then top with one third of remaining meat sauce. Repeat these layers twice more, finishing with remaining meat sauce.
10 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan evenly across the top. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
11 - Remove foil and continue baking for 10 to 15 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
12 - Let lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with green onions if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fusion of Japanese and Italian flavors
- Cheesy, spicy, and ultra comforting
02 -
- Contains wheat, egg, dairy, and soy
- For extra vegetables add sautéed mushrooms or spinach between layers
03 -
- Drizzle chili oil before serving for extra heat
- Pairs well with a crisp lager or lightly chilled red wine