Simple Spicy Ramen Ham Grilled Cheese
Level up your instant ramen with this buttery, triple-cheese Buldak melt. Featuring thick brioche and seared deli ham, this 15-minute meal uses a double toast method for the most even, golden-brown crunch you’ve ever had.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 slices Thick-cut Brioche bread
- 2 tbsp Softened butter
- 2-3 slices Deli Ham
- 1/4 pack Prepared Samyang Buldak
- 1 slice American cheese
- 1 slice Colby Jack cheese
- 1 slice Muenster cheese
Instructions
- Spread your softened butter generously on both sides of each thick-cut brioche slice. Aim for an even, edge-to-edge coat.
- Place your slices into a cold non-stick pan and turn the heat to medium.
- Once the first side is golden brown, remove the bread and set it aside. Watch closely! Brioche burns very easily due to its sugar content.
- Add the cheese slices to the toasted side of one of the bread slices so they can get a head-start on warming up and melting from the residual heat.
- In that same hot pan, toss in your deli ham slices. Sear them for about 30 seconds per side until the edges are curled and slightly crispy. Remove the ham and set aside.
- Cook the noodles per the package instructions. If you need help, check out my Buldak Cooking Guide for the perfect texture.
- Place the slice of brioche that has the cheese back into the nonstick pan on low heat, untoasted side down. Layer in this order: noodles (about 1/4th of the pack), seared ham, and the second slice of brioche with the toasted side facing down.
- Once the bottom reaches your desired toastiness, use a large spatula and your free hand to carefully flip the entire sandwich. Be careful not to burn yourself with this "two-handed" method!
- Continue to cook on low for another 1–2 minutes. The low heat ensures the bread toasts without burning, while the weight of the ingredients presses down for an even finish. Remove from heat and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 1060kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 76g | Saturated Fat: 44g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 289mg | Sodium: 2241mg | Potassium: 268mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2060IU | Calcium: 663mg | Iron: 2mg