Ramen Grilled Cheese Twist (Printable Version)

Crispy ramen buns filled with melted cheese for a flavorful and easy handheld delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ For Cooking

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or neutral oil

# How To Make It:

01 - Boil ramen noodles for 2 to 3 minutes following package instructions. Drain thoroughly and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat eggs with black pepper and optional garlic powder. Combine with cooked noodles until evenly coated.
03 - Divide mixture into four equal portions. Press each into a round patty approximately the size of a burger bun using hands or a ring mold lined with plastic wrap.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil, and fry patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
05 - Place half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on two ramen buns. Top each with a second bun and press gently.
06 - Clean skillet, add more butter or oil, and cook sandwiches over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing lightly until cheese melts and buns turn golden and crisp.
07 - Slice sandwiches and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The ramen buns get impossibly crispy on the outside while staying tender inside, creating a texture you won't find in any normal grilled cheese.
  • It tastes indulgent but comes together faster than you'd expect, making it perfect for when you want something special without the fuss.
  • There's something fun about watching people's faces when they realize those golden buns are actually noodles.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining the ramen—even a little excess water will prevent them from crisping up properly and you'll end up with mushy buns instead of that gorgeous golden exterior.
  • The cheese-to-noodle ratio matters more than you'd think; too little and it's just a crispy noodle snack, too much and it oozes out everywhere (though honestly, some people don't mind that).
  • Medium-low heat for the final cooking step is non-negotiable because high heat will burn the outside before the cheese inside has time to get truly melty.
03 -
  • If you're cooking for a crowd, you can make and shape all your buns ahead of time, refrigerate them on a parchment-lined tray, then cook them fresh to order for maximum crispiness.
  • Experiment with different cheese blends—gruyère and fontina create a more sophisticated flavor, while American cheese will give you that classic diner melt.
  • The ramen noodles' thickness varies slightly by brand, so adjust your boiling time by 30 seconds if needed to get them cooked through but still holding their shape.
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