# Ingredient List:
→ Noodles
01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (3 ounces each), discard seasoning packets
→ Meat Sauce
02 - 1 pound ground pork (or substitute with ground chicken or beef)
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
09 - 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon sugar
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Cheese Layer
14 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
15 - 1 large egg
16 - 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
17 - 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
02 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook ramen noodles for 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned throughout.
05 - Stir in gochujang, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
06 - In a mixing bowl, blend ricotta cheese, egg, half the shredded mozzarella, and half the grated parmesan until thoroughly combined.
07 - Coat the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish with a thin layer of meat sauce. Arrange roughly one pack of ramen noodles evenly as the first layer.
08 - Spread one-third of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, then add one-third of the meat sauce. Repeat the noodle, cheese, and sauce layering twice, finishing with the remaining meat sauce.
09 - Sprinkle the reserved mozzarella and parmesan evenly over the top layer.
10 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
11 - Allow to stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions if you wish.
