ramen hacks ~ creamy buldak carbonara

Ingredients

• 200 g Spam (cut into ½‑inch cubes)
• 2 packages Instant Ramen (Stir Fry B Carbonara flavor) (includes two seasoning packets)
• 2 large Egg (only yolks, room temperature)
• 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise (regular mayo)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (for pan‑frying Spam)
• 4 cups Water (for boiling noodles)
• 1 tablespoon Green Onion (thinly sliced, optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Cube and Pan‑Fry Spam

   Cut the Spam into ½‑inch cubes. Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat, add the vegetable oil, and pan‑fry the Spam cubes until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper‑towel‑lined plate.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

2. Boil Water

   In the saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 212°F

3. Cook Ramen Noodles

   Add the ramen noodles to the boiling water and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until just al dente. Drain using the strainer, reserving ¼ cup of the cooking water.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 212°F

4. Make the Creamy Carbonara Sauce

   In the mixing bowl, combine the two seasoning packets from the ramen, the egg yolks, and the tablespoon of mayonnaise. Whisk vigorously until smooth and slightly thickened.

   Time: PT2M

5. Combine Noodles and Sauce

   Return the drained noodles to the saucepan over low heat. Quickly pour the sauce over the noodles, tossing continuously to coat. Add a splash of the reserved cooking water if the sauce seems too thick. Cook for another 1–2 minutes, just to warm the sauce without scrambling the egg.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Low

6. Plate and Garnish

   Divide the creamy ramen into two bowls. Top each serving with the crispy Spam cubes and sprinkle with sliced green onion if using. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

620

Protein

22g

Carbohydrates

70g

Fat

22g

Fiber

2g