Base Layer Engineering

The
Foundation

Ramen is where it starts. Not where it ends. NOMI replaces rice, pasta, and conventional noodles — the base layer that used to contribute nothing. Same techniques, same flavors, different foundation.

Structural Replacement

Not just noodles
in a bowl.

Every meal you eat has a base layer — the starch that takes up half the plate and contributes almost nothing. Rice. Pasta. Noodles. The part you never think about because nobody told you it could do more.

NOMI makes that base layer work. 30–32g protein built into what used to be empty carbs. The foundation holds Korean bulgogi, Italian carbonara, Mexican burrito builds. The technique doesn't change. The base layer does.

  • Asian FoundationsNOMI replaces rice and rice noodles. Bulgogi bowls, poke, pad thai — the protein is built in.
  • Western FoundationsNOMI replaces pasta. Carbonara, aglio e olio, pesto — Italian technique meets protein foundation.
  • Viral BuildsNOMI as structure. Burger buns, pizza crust, taco shells — the innovations that shouldn't work, but do.
  • Bowl FoundationsNOMI replaces rice and couscous. Burrito bowls, Mediterranean builds — complete meals with protein density.
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NOMI Keto Burrito
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Protein Keto Burrito

65g protein, 4g net carbs. NOMI base + 0-carb tortilla. The macro profile that breaks fitness Instagram.

520Kcal
65gPro
4gNet Carb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 1 large 0-carb keto tortilla
  • 4oz grilled chicken breast
  • 2 scrambled eggs
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced
  • Lettuce, pico, jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI Base Protein (7 min). Drain completely.
  2. Grill chicken, scramble eggs while noodles cook.
  3. Warm tortilla 10 seconds microwave.
  4. Layer: NOMI center, eggs, chicken, cheese, toppings.
  5. Fold sides in, roll tightly forward. Slice diagonal.
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Protein Ramen Burger

NOMI noodles as burger buns. Crispy exterior, holds together. 68g protein. The foundation is structural.

620Kcal
68gPro
28gCarb

Ingredients

  • 2 packs NOMI Base Protein
  • 1 egg (for bun binding)
  • 6oz ground beef (80/20)
  • 2 slices American cheese
  • Lettuce, tomato, pickles
  • Special sauce
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare 2 NOMI Base Protein packs, drain, cool 2 min.
  2. Mix drained noodles with beaten egg.
  3. Pack into two 4-inch molds. Pan-fry 3 min per side.
  4. Cook beef patty, add cheese.
  5. Assemble: bun, sauce, lettuce, tomato, patty, pickles, bun.
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Protein Ramen Pizza

NOMI noodle crust. 76g protein for entire pizza. Slices clean, crust holds toppings.

680Kcal
76gPro
32gCarb

Ingredients

  • 2 packs NOMI Base Protein
  • 2 eggs (crust binding)
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella
  • Pepperoni or toppings
  • Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Prepare 2 NOMI Base Protein packs, drain, mix with eggs.
  2. Form into 8-inch round in oven-safe pan.
  3. Bake 400°F for 10 min until set.
  4. Add sauce, mozzarella, toppings.
  5. Broil 3–4 min until cheese melted.
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Protein Ramen Taco

Crispy fried NOMI shells. Korean BBQ filling. 58g protein for 2 tacos. The shell is the protein.

520Kcal
58gPro
22gCarb

Ingredients (2 tacos)

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 1 egg (shell binding)
  • 4oz Korean short rib
  • Cabbage slaw
  • Kimchi, chopped
  • Gochujang crema
  • Cilantro, lime, sesame

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI Base Protein, drain, mix with beaten egg.
  2. Heat oil, form noodles into taco shell shape using mold.
  3. Fry 2–3 min per side until crispy, holds shape.
  4. Grill Korean short rib, slice thin.
  5. Assemble: shell, slaw, bulgogi, kimchi, crema, cilantro.
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Protein Ramen Waffle

NOMI in the waffle iron. Fried chicken on top. 52g protein breakfast. The waffle is the foundation.

480Kcal
52gPro
18gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 1 egg (waffle binding)
  • 4oz fried chicken tenders
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Sugar-free maple syrup
  • Scallions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI Base Protein, drain, mix with beaten egg.
  2. Preheat waffle iron, spray with oil.
  3. Add noodle mixture, close, cook 4–5 min crispy.
  4. Remove noodle waffle (grid pattern formed).
  5. Top with fried chicken, butter, drizzle syrup.
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Protein Nori Musubi

Korean-Japanese fusion wrapped in nori seaweed. 62g protein. Tight roll, holds together.

540Kcal
62gPro
20gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Kimchi Heat
  • 1 sheet nori (sushi seaweed)
  • 4oz Korean BBQ beef
  • 1/4 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 2 scrambled eggs
  • 1/4 avocado
  • Sriracha mayo, sesame

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain completely, cool 2 min.
  2. Cook Korean BBQ beef, scramble eggs.
  3. Lay nori on bamboo mat. Spread NOMI bottom half.
  4. Layer: eggs, bulgogi, kimchi, avocado, sriracha mayo.
  5. Roll tightly, seal edge with water. Slice diagonal.
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Asian Foundation

Protein Bulgogi Bowl

Korean bulgogi bowl. NOMI replaces the rice. 52g protein, 18g net carbs.

420Kcal
52gPro
18gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Savory Umami Beef
  • 4oz thinly sliced ribeye
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup kimchi
  • 1 soft-boiled egg
  • Scallions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain, set aside.
  2. Marinate beef in gochujang, sesame oil, garlic (5 min).
  3. Sear beef in hot pan (2 min).
  4. Build bowl: NOMI base, top with beef, kimchi, soft egg.
  5. Garnish: scallions, sesame seeds.
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Asian Foundation

Protein Pad Thai Base

NOMI replaces rice noodles. Same street food texture. 48g protein.

380Kcal
48gPro
16gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Roasted Chicken Broth
  • 3 eggs, scrambled
  • 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
  • 2 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar
  • Bean sprouts, lime, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain completely, set aside.
  2. Scramble eggs in wok, set aside.
  3. Mix tamarind, fish sauce, coconut sugar.
  4. Toss NOMI in wok with sauce (1 min).
  5. Add eggs, peanuts, sprouts. Serve with lime, cilantro.
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Asian Foundation

Protein Poke Bowl

NOMI replaces sushi rice. Cold noodles work. 55g protein.

410Kcal
55gPro
14gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 5oz ahi tuna, cubed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • Edamame, cucumber
  • Nori strips, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, rinse cold water until chilled, drain.
  2. Marinate tuna in soy sauce, sesame oil (5 min).
  3. Build bowl: cold NOMI, arrange tuna, avocado, edamame.
  4. Top with nori strips, sesame seeds.
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Western Foundation

Protein Aglio e Olio

NOMI replaces spaghetti. 32g protein, same 6-minute Italian classic.

380Kcal
32gPro
13gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Parmesan (optional)
  • Lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain, reserve 1/4 cup liquid.
  2. Heat olive oil, add sliced garlic (don't burn).
  3. Add red pepper, toast 30 seconds.
  4. Add NOMI, toss with garlic oil, add reserved liquid.
  5. Finish with parsley, lemon zest, parmesan.
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Protein Carbonara Base

NOMI replaces spaghetti. Roman technique intact. 46g protein.

480Kcal
46gPro
13gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 2 whole eggs + 2 yolks
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano
  • 3oz pancetta/guanciale
  • Black pepper, cracked

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, reserve 1/2 cup liquid, drain.
  2. Crisp pancetta in pan, remove from heat.
  3. Whisk eggs, yolks, Pecorino, black pepper.
  4. Add hot NOMI to pancetta pan (off heat).
  5. Add egg mixture, toss quickly, add reserved liquid.
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Protein Pesto Base

NOMI replaces penne. Basil-forward summer dish. 34g protein.

420Kcal
34gPro
15gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Parmesan shavings
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain, reserve 1/4 cup liquid.
  2. Toss hot noodles with pesto, add reserved liquid.
  3. Add toasted pine nuts, halved cherry tomatoes.
  4. Finish with Parmesan shavings, drizzle olive oil.
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Bowl Foundation

Protein Burrito Bowl

NOMI replaces rice. 54g protein before you add guac.

460Kcal
54gPro
22gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 4oz grilled chicken/steak
  • 1/4 cup black beans
  • Pico, corn, jalapeños
  • 1/4 avocado
  • Greek yogurt
  • Cilantro, lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, drain, toss with lime juice.
  2. Grill chicken/steak, slice.
  3. Build bowl: NOMI base, arrange chicken, beans, pico.
  4. Top with avocado, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime.
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Protein Mediterranean Bowl

NOMI replaces couscous. Fresh summer build. 52g protein.

440Kcal
52gPro
16gCarb

Ingredients

  • 1 pack NOMI Base Protein
  • 4oz grilled lamb/chicken
  • Cucumber, tomato, onion
  • Kalamata olives, feta
  • Tahini dressing
  • Fresh mint, lemon

Instructions

  1. Prepare NOMI, rinse cold, drain.
  2. Grill lamb/chicken with Mediterranean spices.
  3. Dice cucumber, tomato, red onion.
  4. Build bowl: cold NOMI, lamb, vegetables, olives, feta.
  5. Drizzle tahini, garnish mint, lemon.
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