Ramen Grilled Cheese Twist (Print View)

Crispy ramen noodle buns filled with melted cheese create a playful, flavorful twist perfect for any meal.

# Components:

→ Ramen Buns

01 - 2 packs (3 oz each) instant ramen noodles, seasoning discarded
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

→ Cheese Filling

05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 3.5 oz)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 3.5 oz)

→ For Cooking

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or neutral oil

# Directions:

01 - Boil ramen noodles for 2–3 minutes until tender, drain thoroughly, and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with black pepper and garlic powder, then incorporate the cooked noodles evenly.
03 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a firm, round patty roughly the size of a burger bun; use a ring mold or lined bowl for uniformity if desired.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil, and fry each patty for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy; transfer to a plate.
05 - Place half the cheese on one ramen bun, cover with another bun, and press gently to form the sandwich.
06 - Clean skillet, add more butter or oil, then cook sandwiches over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing lightly until cheese melts and buns are golden.
07 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Those noodle buns get impossibly crispy on the outside while staying tender enough to bite through, creating a texture you can't get any other way.
  • It comes together in 30 minutes flat, which means you can satisfy a grilled cheese craving without ordering takeout.
  • The whole thing feels playful and a little unexpected, like you're in on a kitchen secret.
02 -
  • If you don't drain your ramen thoroughly, the patties will steam instead of crisp, and that crispy exterior is literally the whole point.
  • Don't skip the cooling step after boiling—warm noodles won't bind properly with the egg and will fall apart when you flip them.
03 -
  • If your noodle patties are falling apart, they probably weren't pressed firmly enough or cooled long enough—either way, press harder next time and don't rush the cooling step.
  • The moment you see cheese starting to peek out from the edges is your visual cue that it's perfectly melted inside, so don't wait for it to ooze everywhere.
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