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Good Seoul Rapokki Carbonara – South Korea — Instant Noodle Recipe Time — EP 2666

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Rapokki Carbonara

Cultural Context

Rapokki Carbonara is a fusion dish that blends traditional Korean tteokbokki with Italian carbonara, reflecting the growing trend of culinary crossovers in South Korea. This dish showcases how familiar ingredients can be reimagined, offering a comforting and indulgent meal. Today, variations can be found in many Korean restaurants, appealing to both local and international palates.

KoreanKRmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
2 packs ramen noodles
8 oz tteokbokki rice cakes
4 oz bacon
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic
2 green onions
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons gochujang
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups water
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami flavor.

gochujang

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha provides heat with less complexity.

1

Boil water and add ramen noodles and tteokbokki rice cakes.

2

Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring to avoid sticking.

3

Check the sauce consistency, ensuring it remains saucy.

4

Once cooked, drain the noodles and rice cakes, reserving some water.

5

In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

7

Add cooked noodles and rice cakes to the skillet.

8

Mix in heavy cream and stir to combine.

9

Add beaten eggs and quickly toss to create a creamy texture.

10

Stir in Parmesan cheese and add reserved cooking water if needed.

11

Season with gochujang, soy sauce, and black pepper to taste.

12

Garnish with green onions, sesame oil, crushed red pepper, and sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potskilletstrainermixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairyglutenegg

Also Known As

Korean CarbonaraRamen Carbonara
Local Name: 라볶이 카르보나라

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