Ramen noodles are put to unexpected use in this Asian-influenced take on spaghetti and meatballs. Ginger, scallions and soy sauce add savory, aromatic notes to the meatballs and sauce, while panko, light and crispy Japanese-style breadcrumbs, take the place of regular breadcrumbs.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Prep: | 10 min |
| Cook: | 30 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Prep: | 10 min |
| Cook: | 30 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 2-inch piece ginger, peeled
- 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 pound lean ground pork
- 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
- 3 3-to-5-ounce packages instant ramen noodles (flavor packets discarded)
Instructions
- Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Brush a baking sheet with vegetable oil. Drop the garlic, ginger and scallions through the feed tube of a food processor with the motor running and pulse until chopped; transfer half of the mixture to a pot. Add the panko, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and the egg to the processor; pulse to combine. Add the pork; pulse until just combined. Form into 20 small balls and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until firm, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil to the pot with the garlic mixture. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 cups water. Add the meatballs and reduce the heat to medium low; simmer until cooked through, 8 to 10 more minutes.
- Soak the ramen in hot water until soft, 4 to 5 minutes; drain. Add to the pot and toss to coat. Divide among bowls.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 595 |
| Total Fat | 22 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 5 grams |
| Cholesterol | 92 milligrams |
| Sodium | 978 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 75 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 grams |
| Protein | 24 grams |
| Calories | 595 |
| Total Fat | 22 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 5 grams |
| Cholesterol | 92 milligrams |
| Sodium | 978 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 75 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 8 grams |
| Protein | 24 grams |
Reviews
Meatballs had good flavor, I would add a little more salt.
I had high hopes for this one, but mine turned out incredibly bland. All I could taste was ginger. Not planning to try this one again.