Description
This savory ramen bake is a delightful combination of tender dumplings and slurp-worthy noodles, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packets instant ramen (discard seasoning packets)
- 12 frozen dumplings (vegetable, chicken, or lamb work well)
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep your dish: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (an 8×8-inch or similar size works great).
- Par-cook your ramen: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles for just 2 minutes. They should be barely soft—this helps them finish cooking in the oven without getting mushy. Drain and set aside.
- Make your savory sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, sriracha (if using), garlic, ginger, and cornstarch slurry. This sauce is the heart of your bake—rich, savory, and full of umami.
- Assemble the bake: Add the par-cooked ramen noodles and frozen dumplings to your baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly over everything, making sure it’s well-distributed. Toss gently with tongs or a spoon to coat.
- Bake until bubbly: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese if using, and return to the oven for another 10 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and the sauce is bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top before serving. Serve hot and enjoy the satisfying mix of textures—crispy edges, tender dumplings, and slurp-worthy noodles.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with your favorite frozen dumplings and different cheeses.
- For a spicier kick, add more sriracha or chili paste to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the bake
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg