Our Favorite Things to Make with Ramen Noodles

Ramen is surprisingly versatile — you can use it in soups, desserts and even pizza! These are some of our favorite ways to turn the noodles into something extra delicious.

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10-Minute Chicken, Corn and Kimchi Ramen

We use a large skillet to cook everything at once for this speedy noodle dish. All but the garnishes go right into the skillet, and in the short time it takes for the broth to come to a boil, it's done!

Get the Recipe: 10-Minute Chicken, Corn and Kimchi Ramen

Broccoli-Ramen Slaw

Thanks to store-made broccoli slaw mix and uncooked ramen noodles, this summer side dish is prepared in just 5 minutes. Let it sit for a few hours to soak in all the flavors.

Get the Recipe: Broccoli-Ramen Slaw

Fish Tacos with Ramen and Chayote Slaw

Broken ramen noodles add extra crunch to a flavor-packed slaw that's the perfect topper for tender fish tacos. Chayote is a type of squash. If you can't find it, substitute zucchini or any other variety of summer squash.

Ramen Noodle Soup

This soothing soup is the perfect pick-me-up. It’s also completely customizable choose your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Get the Recipe: Ramen Noodle Soup

Chicken Ramen Noodle Casserole

Low maintenance and packed with flavor, this creamy casserole transforms dorm-friendly ramen noodles into a satisfying casserole for a crowd.

Get the Recipe: Chicken Ramen Noodle Dump Dinner

Shortcut Dan-Dan Noodles

This quick version of the Chinese dish elevates easy-to-find instant ramen noodles. Pickles stand in for traditional fermented greens and the brine replaces the sugar that is usually in the recipe.

Get the Recipe: Shortcut Dan-Dan Noodles

Afternoon Ramen

Claire’s ramen has everything you want in one comfort food dish. She flavors her broth with ginger, garlic and bacon, then adds in the ramen, soft-boiled eggs and a caramelized pork belly.

Get the Recipe: Afternoon Ramen

Ramen Cake

This easy side dish comes together in less than 20 minutes. For added flavor and color, top the ramen cake with scallions and cilantro

Get the Recipe: Ramen Cake

Shrimp Ramen

Ramen noodles (yes, the ones from the package) can be dressed up with poached shrimp and bacon to make a porky, smoky broth that tastes slow-simmered.

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Ramen

Ramen Chicken Fingers

Add some Asian fusion to chicken fingers with a fun ramen noodle crumb crust and teriyaki-pineapple dipping sauce.

Get the Recipe: Ramen Chicken Fingers

Rabokki/Tteokbokki (Spicy Ramen and Rice Cake)

Tteokbokki is a spicy rice cake dish found all over the streets of Korea. We've added 'rabokki', which are ramen noodles. This is an evolved version of the classic Korean snack or street food, making it more of a hearty sharable meal.

Get the Recipe: Rabokki (Ramyun and Tteokbokki)

Ramen Pizza

This dish, inspired by the Japanese okonomiyaki savory pancake, has a crunchy ramen noodle base and is loaded with the sweet, salty, creamy, spicy and umami flavors found in a warm bowl of ramen.

Get the Recipe: Savory Ramen Cake

Kimchi and Bacon Ramen

Rich and deeply flavored, this chicken-and-bacon broth with ginger and scallion unites kimchi and ramen noodles.

Get the Recipe: Kimchi and Bacon Ramen

Ramen Noodle Frittata

Fry up Asian-inspired frittata fun with cooked ramen noodles, ground chicken, coleslaw mix and eggs (of course).

Get the Recipe: Ramen Noodle Frittata

Peanut Butter Ramen

Trisha’s sweet-and-spicy ramen is an absolute dream. Plus, it’s budget-friendly!

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Spicy Ramen with Beef and Bok Choy

This protein-packed ramen is full of healthy veggies and fresh spices. Don’t forget the Fresno chile pepper — it adds a bold kick.

Get the Recipe: Spicy Ramen with Beef and Bok Choy

Braised Pork Ramen

This recipe may take time, but it’s worth it after just one bite. Chicken wings, braised pork and bacon pack tons of filling flavor into this meaty dish.

Get the Recipe: Braised Pork Ramen

Ramen with Pork Meatballs

For a fun twist on spaghetti and meatballs, swap your pasta with ramen noodles.

Get the Recipe: Pork Meatballs with Soy-Ginger Tomato Sauce and Ramen Noodles

Beef with Broccoli Teriyaki and Ramen Noodles

Using convenient ramen noodles and slicing the steak very thinly make this a fast recipe for busy families. To keep the steak juicy, be careful not to overcook it.

Get the Recipe: Beef with Broccoli Teriyaki and Ramen Noodles