Chinese-style Ramen

Ingredients

This Chinese-style ramen recipe differs from the traditional Japanese version in a few ways. The broth is made with Chinese spices and aromatics, such as star anise and ginger, and the noodles are cooked separately and added to the broth at the end. Additionally, the toppings include Chinese-style roast pork and bok choy. We alse have the original recipe for Ramen, so you can check it out.

• 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
• 2 cups (470ml) water 2 cups (470ml) water
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
• 2 star anise 2 star anise
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 8 oz (225g) ramen noodles 8 oz (225g) ramen noodles
• 4 oz (115g) Chinese-style roast pork, sliced 4 oz (115g) Chinese-style roast pork, sliced
• 2 baby bok choy, halved 2 baby bok choy, halved
• 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
• 2 green onions, sliced 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 14g (4g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 54g (8g sugars)
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, water, onion, garlic, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
2. 2.
   Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
3. 3.
   Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
4. 4.
   Divide the noodles between four bowls. Top with the sliced roast pork, bok choy, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and sesame seeds.
5. 5.
   Ladle the hot broth over the noodles and toppings. Serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ramen noodles — Be sure to cook the noodles according to package instructions and rinse with cold water to prevent them from becoming too starchy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier broth, add a few slices of fresh chili pepper or a dash of chili oil.
• Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. Other options include sliced mushrooms, bean sprouts, or shredded carrots.
• If you can't find Chinese-style roast pork, you can substitute with regular roast pork or sliced chicken.

Serving advice

Serve the ramen hot, with chopsticks and a spoon for slurping up the broth.

Presentation advice

Arrange the toppings in an attractive manner, with the soft-boiled eggs cut in half and the green onions and sesame seeds sprinkled on top.