Instant Pot Carbonara Ramen

A creamy, savory noodle dish that fuses classic Italian carbonara with quick-cook ramen, all made effortlessly in your Instant Pot.

A few months ago, I wanted a fast comfort meal after a busy day. I tried tossing carbonara ingredients into my Instant Pot with ramen, and it was such a hit that my family keeps asking for it again.

Ingredients

• Noodles: 2 packs instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
• Meats: 4 strips bacon, chopped
• Dairy: 2 large eggs, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• Aromatics: 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Liquids: 2 cups water
• Seasonings: ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground, Salt, to taste
• Garnishes (optional): Extra grated Parmesan, Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Sauté Bacon:

Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp, about 3–4 minutes. Remove a tablespoon of bacon for garnish if desired; leave the rest and bacon fat in the pot.

Add Garlic:

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Cook Noodles:

Add ramen noodles (broken in half if needed) and 2 cups water. Stir to submerge noodles.

Pressure Cook:

Seal the Instant Pot lid. Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Quick release the pressure when done.

Prepare Egg Mixture:

While the noodles cook, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream (if using), and black pepper in a bowl.

Combine & Finish:

Open the Instant Pot. Working quickly, add the egg-Parmesan mixture to the hot noodles, stirring vigorously to create a creamy sauce (the heat will cook the eggs without scrambling them). Add salt to taste.

Serve:

Serve immediately, garnished with reserved bacon, more Parmesan, and parsley if desired.

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My kids often gather at the kitchen counter, watching the Instant Pot count down, curious to see their bacon carbonara ramen appear in minutes.

Required Tools

Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker, whisk, mixing bowl, tongs or chopsticks

Allergen Information

Contains: Eggs, Milk (Parmesan, cream), Wheat (ramen noodles). Bacon may contain traces of other allergens; check packaging. Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 540, Total Fat: 28 g, Carbohydrates: 48 g, Protein: 23 g

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This Instant Pot carbonara ramen is the answer when you crave comfort with a twist. Enjoy warm and serve right away!

Kitchen Guide

→ Can I substitute pancetta for bacon?

Yes, pancetta can be used to provide a similar rich, savory flavor and crisp texture.

→ How do I prevent the eggs from scrambling?

Whisk the eggs with cheese and add them slowly to the hot noodles while stirring vigorously to create a smooth, creamy sauce.

→ Can I make this dish vegetarian?

Omit bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or vegetables to maintain flavor and texture.

→ What kind of noodles work best?

Instant ramen noodles are ideal as they cook quickly under pressure and absorb the creamy sauce well.

→ Is heavy cream necessary?

The cream adds extra richness but can be omitted if desired without losing the core flavors.

→ How long does the cooking take?

Total cooking and preparation time is approximately 15 minutes, making it a quick meal option.