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Microwave Bacon Ramen Carbonara in bowl with fork
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Microwave Bacon Ramen Carbonara

Microwave Bacon Ramen Carbonara is the creamy, meaty, noodley deliciousness that you absolutely need in your life. Made with bacon crumbles, egg, and ramen.
Prep Time2 mins
Cook Time4 mins
Total Time6 mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian American
Keyword: Microwave Bacon Ramen Carbonara
Servings: 2 Serving
Calories: 496kcal
Author: Dorm Room Cook Staff

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 package ramen , (throw away packet)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup bacon crumbles
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese , plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • Add ramen and water to ramen cooker.
  • Cook for 3 minutes.
  • Drain leftover pasta water in a cereal bowl.
  • Add half of the parmesan cheese to the water and stir.
  • Add egg yolk and stir quickly (don't let the egg sit in the water or it will cook in the hot water).
  • Toss the ramen into the egg mixture.
  • Add the bacon to the ramen along with the rest of the parmesan and stir.
  • Microwave for 20 seconds to heat bacon.

Nutrition

Calories: 496kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 1696mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 2mg