Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage and Shrimp Ramen

A rich, spicy, and cheesy ramen bowl loaded with grilled jalapeño cheddar sausage, tender shrimp, and a creamy chili broth. Finished with soft-boiled eggs, this quick comfort meal blends Southern Cajun flair with Asian-style noodles for an unforgettable kick.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

For the Broth 2 packs instant ramen (discard seasoning packets) 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil ½ onion, finely chopped ½ red bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 fresh jalapeño, thinly sliced 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat) 1 tsp Cajun seasoning 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp chili garlic paste or Sriracha For the Toppings 2 spicy jalapeño cheddar sausages, sliced into rounds ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Salt and black pepper to taste ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp paprika 1 tbsp butter or oil (for frying) 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional) 2 tbsp green onions, chopped Fresh jalapeño slices for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Toppings: Heat 1 tbsp butter or oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned, 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, season shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sear until pink and charred, 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Build the Broth: In a large pot, melt butter and olive oil. Add onion and red bell pepper; sauté for 3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and jalapeño; cook 1 minute. Stir in smoked paprika, cayenne, and Cajun seasoning. Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce, then simmer 5 minutes.
Make It Creamy and Cheesy: Lower heat. Stir in milk or half-and-half and shredded cheddar until melted. Add chili garlic paste or Sriracha for spice and depth.
Cook the Ramen: Add noodles directly to the broth; cook for 3–4 minutes until tender. Stir occasionally so they soak up the creamy broth.
Assemble the Bowl: Divide noodles and broth into bowls. Top each with sausage, shrimp, green onions, and jalapeño slices. Add soft-boiled eggs if desired.

Notes

– For extra creaminess, stir in a spoonful of cream cheese before serving. – For a smoky Cajun flavor, try using andouille sausage. – Replace milk with coconut milk for a lighter, spicy-sweet twist. – For perfect jammy eggs, boil for 6½ minutes and chill in ice water.

Nutrition

Calories: 680
Fat: 36 g
Saturated fat: 18 g
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 1250 mg
Protein: 42 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 3 g