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We tried the viral TikTok Ramen Lasagna taking the internet by storm and it’s now one of our favorite easy dinner recipes on rotation
When I’m dreading the dinner time decision between dealing with school pick-ups and homework time, and just want something easy, my mind wanders to TikTok trending recipes like Baked Feta Pasta and easy baked mac and cheese.
The current trending pasta du jour is TikTok Ramen Lasagn and if you follow food trends, you’ll know ramen is another famed food for hacking in endless ways.
You might wonder why baked pastas are so popular and that’s because they are one-pan wonders that hardly miss or disappoint. They also easily feed a crowd and when you’ve got a family to feed baked pastas are an inexpensive option for most.
Who came up with Ramen Lasagna?
This recent viral trend came from TikToker @ramenkingivan whose viral Lasagna Ramen went viral with over 4.5MM views
@ramenkingivan Ramen lasagna huh? BET! Reply to @thel.g.b.ts #recipes #ramen #collegefood #cooking #diy #food #howto ♬ BOO! – Championxiii
and counting.
How do you make Ramen Lasagna?
The process couldn’t be easier and is definitely more simple than making lasagna from scratch! Take two flats of your favorite ramen noodles and add tomato sauce and cheese in between. Bake until bubbly and hte noodles are cooked (they will cook from the sauce and steam produced in the oven). Garnish with parsley for flair although that’s an extra step we won’t fault you for not doing when rushed for dinnertime.
This lasagna hack couldn’t be simpler for getting dinner on the table pronto!
What can you add to lasagna?
Lasagna is a versatile dish and you can pretty much add your favorite meats, veggies or toppings just like many pasta dish. Here are some examples:
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Vegetables: Sautéed or roasted vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, and spinach can add flavor and texture to lasagna.
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Meat: Ground beef, Italian sausage, and shredded chicken are popular options for meat lovers.
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Cheese: Mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheese are commonly used in lasagna. You can also try adding other types of cheese like cheddar, provolone, or feta for a different flavor profile.
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Herbs and spices: Basil, oregano, thyme, and garlic are classic Italian herbs that can enhance the flavor of lasagna. Red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt are some spices that can be added for a bit of kick.
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Sauces: Tomato sauce and Alfredo sauce are traditional choices, but you can also experiment with other types of sauces like pesto or béchamel for a different taste.
Since this lasagna uses ramen noodles you could also enhance the Asian flavors by adding drizzles of Sriracha or Sichuan Chili Crisp sauce for added heat. You could also experiment by adding Asian veggies like chopped Bok Choy or Thai Basil. Ginger and garlic would add nice aromatics. A spoonful of miso paste would add some tasty umami flavors.
Do you use the ramen seasonings?
We did not use the ramen seasonings included. First, they tend to be quite salty and overly seasoned with preservatives. If you want an extra kick to your ramen lasagna we recommend using fresh or dried herbs and spices.
TikTok Ramen Lasagna Recipe – Ingredients:
2 packages of ramen noodles – discard seasoning packet
2 ¼ cups pasta sauce
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
Parsley, for garnish
What does ramen lasagna taste like?
We kept the recipe pretty basic as in the original TikTok video to try it out unaltered. The dish is simple to make and tastes delicious as you would expect any starchy tomato sauce, cheesy dishes to taste! Now that we’ve conquered the simple recipe, next time we’ll be flavor bombing it with the added suggestions above. I would love this with more veggies and some protein to round it out!
TikTok Ramen Lasagna
Ingredients
- 2 packages of ramen noodles - discard seasoning packet
- 2 ¼ cups pasta sauce
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray Spoon 3 tablespoons of pasta sauce into the center of the baking dish Place one package of ramen on top of the sauce Spoon 1 cup of pasta sauce evenly over the ramenSprinkle on ½ cup of cheese Drizzle 3 tablespoons of sauce over the cheese Place the remaining package of ramen noodles on top of the cheese and sauce Spoon remaining 1 cup of sauce evenly over the ramen Sprinkle on remaining ½ cup of cheese Bake for 30 minutes Garnish with parsley, serve, and enjoy!
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Agnes Hsu is a mom of three and has been inspiring parents and kids to get creative with easy activities and family friendly recipes for over 10 years. She shares her love for creative play and kids food to her 2MM+ followers online. Agnes' commitment to playful learning and kindness has not only raised funds for charity but also earned features in prestigious nationwide publications.