Ramen Shepherd's Pie

Submitted by DrGaellon

"This "ramen hack" uses ramen noodles in an unusual way - it replaces the mashed potato in a shepherd's pie with cooked ramen noodles. The top of the noodles get dry and crispy under the broiler, while the underlying noodles remain tender, creating great textural contrast. Adapted from a recipe at Serious Eats. http://bit.ly/hDFQoi"

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 1 (3 -4 ounce) package beef-flavored ramen noodles
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup chopped onion
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 cup frozen peas

directions

1. Boil ramen noodles in water until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet until shimmering. Add beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking up any large clumps with the edge of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat and discard.
3. Add onion, water, Worcestershire sauce and peas. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to an oven-safe dish, top with cooked noodles, and broil until brown and crispy.