Crispy Cheesy Ramen Spirals with Furikake Mayo

Ingredients

• 1 packet Instant ramen noodles (Ramen of choice; the creator prefers Buldak ramen. Use the noodles and included seasoning/sauce according to the package.)
• 3 tbsp Mayonnaise (For the furikake mayo)
• 1 tbsp Furikake (Or another rice seasoning)
• Salt (A pinch, for the furikake mayo)
• 3 Rice paper wrappers (Use enough wrappers to enclose the ramen; briefly wet each wrapper before filling.)
• 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella (Add to taste; approximately ½ cup is estimated because the source does not specify an amount.)
• 2 Green onions (Optional; sliced. The creator refers to these as “grunions.”)
• 1 tsp Neutral cooking oil (Estimated amount for pan-frying)

Steps

1. 1

   Make the furikake mayo by stirring the mayonnaise, furikake or rice seasoning, and a pinch of salt together in a small bowl until evenly combined. Set aside for serving.

2. 2

   Boil the ramen noodles according to the package directions until tender. Drain them well so the rice paper will not become overly wet.

3. 3

   Season the drained ramen with the ramen package sauce or seasoning, tossing until the noodles are evenly coated. If using Buldak ramen, add its sauce according to the package directions.

4. 4

   Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice-paper wrapper briefly into the water, just until pliable; do not leave it submerged until soft, because it will continue to soften while you work.

5. 5

   Place a portion of the seasoned ramen in the center of the softened rice paper. Add shredded mozzarella and, if using, sliced green onions.

6. 6

   Fold the rice paper around the filling, then roll it into a compact spiral or coil, keeping the ramen enclosed. Repeat with additional wrappers and filling if needed.

7. 7

   Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the ramen spiral seam-side down in the hot pan and pan-fry until the underside is golden and crisp, about 2 minutes.

8. 8

   Turn the spiral carefully and continue pan-frying until the other side is crisp and the mozzarella inside is melted, about 1–3 minutes more. Lower the heat if the rice paper browns before the cheese melts.

9. 9

   Serve the crispy, chewy ramen spiral immediately with the furikake mayo for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

The source does not specify the exact number of rice-paper wrappers or the amount of mozzarella, so those quantities are practical estimates. The transcript says the dish can be made in less than 10 minutes. Serve immediately for the best crisp texture.

Nutrition per serving

• snack
• quick
• pan-fried
• cheesy
• spicy
• noodles
• East Asian-inspired