Ramen Bolognese
Igor Gjozinski
4/20/2026
Updated on
5/7/2026
Public
Cooking Video
Classification
Category:
Main Dish
Cuisine:
Italian
Difficulty:
Medium
Servings:
2
Total Weight:
747g
Meal Role:
Main Dish
Fit & Sate:
Light & Quick
Time Breakdown
Preparation
20m
Cooking
30m
Total Time
50m
Meal Prep Info
Portable
Batch-Friendly
Keeps 2 days in fridge
40 min hands-on time
Healthier take on: Pasta Bolognese
Nutrition
2
693
Calories
2
49.8 g
Protein
2
45.9 g
Carbs
2
33.5 g
Fat
Sugar:
12.1 g
Fiber:
4.3 g
Saturated Fat:
13.3 g
Unsaturated Fat:
13 g
Trans Fat:
0 g
Cholesterol:
116.5 mg
Sodium:
647 mg
Calcium:
26.2 mg
Iron:
0.7mg
Potassium:
556.2mg
Salt:
0.4g
Ingredients 14
Servings:
Onion
80
Gram
36.0
0.8g
8.8g
0.0g
Celery ( italian)
30
Gram
4.2
0.2g
0.9g
0.1g
Carrots
25
Gram
10.3
0.2g
2.4g
0.1g
Ajvar
10
Gram
18.5
0.3g
1.1g
1.4g
Soy sauce
8
Gram
4.2
0.5g
0.6g
0.0g
Bacon
50
Gram
270.5
18.5g
0.0g
20.9g
Ground Beef
200
Gram
496.0
51.4g
0.0g
30.7g
Dry Hot Red Paprika flakes
3
Gram
9.4
0.4g
1.7g
0.5g
Sweet Ground Red Paprika (spice)
8
Gram
23.0
1.2g
5.0g
0.7g
Tomato Sauce
200
Gram
86.0
3.3g
17.0g
0.2g
Parmesan cheese
40
Gram
159.2
13.2g
0.0g
11.6g
Parsley
15
Gram
5.4
0.4g
0.0g
0.1g
Garlic
3
Gram
4.5
0.2g
1.0g
0.0g
Ramen Noodles
75
Gram
259.5
8.9g
53.4g
0.8g
Cooking Instructions
Ramen Bolognese: A Flavor-Packed Fusion
This recipe offers a unique twist on the classic Italian meat sauce by pairing it with wheat-based ramen noodles, which are often lighter on the stomach than traditional pasta. The addition of ajvar and soy sauce creates a deep, umami-rich flavor profile that bridges the gap between East and West.
Ingredients
Protein: Ground beef, diced bacon.
Base & Veggies: Onion, celery, carrots (stalks and leaves), minced garlic.
Seasoning & Umami: Ajvar (2 tsp), soy sauce, sweet and hot paprika flakes, dry basil.
Liquids: Tomato sauce, beef broth.
The Noodles: Ramen noodles (wheat-based).
Garnish: Fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese.
Instructions
1. Prepare the Bolognese Sauce
The Soffritto: Sauté the diced onion, celery, and carrot for 10 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Crisp the Bacon: Add the diced bacon pieces and sauté for another 5 minutes.
Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef. Cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, breaking the meat into small crumbs as it fries.
Build the Flavor: Stir in the paprika flakes, dry basil, minced garlic, and ajvar. Fry for 30–40 seconds to toast the spices.
Simmer: Pour in the tomato sauce and cook for 10 minutes.
Liquid & Finish: Add the beef broth and soy sauce. Stir in the celery leaves and let the flavors meld.
2. Prepare the Ramen Noodles
The Boil: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil.
The Technique: Add the ramen noodles and cook for 3 minutes (one minute less than the package instructions). While cooking, use tongs to pull the noodles up and down to aerate them for a better texture.
Shock: Drain the noodles in a strainer and immediately rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. Finish the Meal
The Marriage: Immediately after washing, toss the noodles into the Bolognese sauce. Coat them thoroughly and cook for one extra minute so the noodles absorb the sauce.
Serve: Top with a generous amount of grated Parmesan and fresh parsley.
Enjoy!