Instant Ramen Grilled Cheese (Printer View)

Crispy ramen buns with melted cheddar and a spicy kick, perfect for a quick, satisfying snack.

# What you'll need:

→ Ramen

01 - 1 package (3 ounces) instant ramen noodles, flavor packet reserved or discarded
02 - 1 large egg

→ Cheese Filling

03 - 4 slices (2.8 ounces) cheddar cheese or cheese of choice
04 - 2 teaspoons hot sauce, adjust to taste

→ For Cooking

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add the ramen noodles and cook for 2 minutes until just tender. Drain thoroughly and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat the egg. Add the drained noodles and season lightly with salt and pepper. Mix until the noodles are evenly coated.
03 - Divide the noodle mixture into four equal portions. Using a ring mold or small bowl lined with parchment paper, press each portion firmly to form compact patties approximately the size of sandwich bread slices.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the noodle patties in batches if necessary. Cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove from the pan.
05 - Place two cooked noodle patties on a clean surface. Top each with two slices of cheddar cheese and drizzle with hot sauce. Cover with the remaining noodle patties to form sandwiches.
06 - Wipe the skillet clean and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over low heat. Return the sandwiches to the pan, pressing gently. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the cheese is fully melted and the exterior is crispy.
07 - Slice sandwiches in half and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy noodle exterior gives you the satisfaction of a grilled cheese with an entirely new texture experience
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes using ingredients you probably already have in your cupboard
  • The hot sauce cuts through the rich cheese and adds just enough kick to wake up your whole palate
02 -
  • Overcooking the ramen even by a minute will make the noodles mushy and they will never achieve that satisfying crunch you want
  • Pressing the noodles firmly into patties is crucial because loose noodles will fall apart when you try to flip them
03 -
  • Line your ring mold or bowl with parchment paper before pressing the noodles to guarantee they release without sticking
  • Keep the heat low when melting the final sandwich so the cheese has time to melt completely before the exterior burns
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