Recipe
Homemade Ramen
Ramen: The Ultimate Japanese Comfort Food
4.7 out of 5
Ramen is a staple of Japanese cuisine, and it has become a beloved comfort food around the world. This recipe for homemade ramen is adapted to the traditional Japanese flavors and techniques, and it will allow you to enjoy a delicious bowl of ramen in the comfort of your own home.
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Preparation time
60 minutes
Cooking time
30 minutes
Total time
90 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Medium
Suitable for
Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Nut-free, Shellfish-free, Low-fat
Allergens
Wheat (in the ramen noodles), Soy (in the soy sauce and miso paste), Eggs
Not suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Paleo, Keto
Ingredients
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4 cups (950ml) chicken broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
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4 cups (950ml) pork broth 4 cups (950ml) pork broth
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1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
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1/4 cup (60ml) miso paste 1/4 cup (60ml) miso paste
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1/4 cup (60ml) mirin 1/4 cup (60ml) mirin
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1 pound (450g) fresh ramen noodles 1 pound (450g) fresh ramen noodles
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1/2 pound (225g) sliced pork 1/2 pound (225g) sliced pork
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4 boiled eggs 4 boiled eggs
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4 green onions, sliced 4 green onions, sliced
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2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into small pieces 2 sheets nori seaweed, cut into small pieces
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal / 2300 KJ
- Fat: 20g (6g saturated)
- Carbohydrates: 60g (10g sugars)
- Protein: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Salt: 3g
Preparation
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1.In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, pork broth, soy sauce, miso paste, and mirin. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
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2.Cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions.
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3.In a separate pan, cook the sliced pork until browned and crispy.
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4.Peel and slice the boiled eggs.
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5.Divide the cooked noodles among four bowls. Pour the hot broth over the noodles.
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6.Top each bowl with sliced pork, boiled egg, green onions, and nori seaweed.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Ramen noodles — Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch.
- Pork broth — Use pork bones with some meat still attached for the best flavor.
- Miso paste — Use a high-quality miso paste for the best flavor.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a combination of chicken and pork broth for the best flavor.
- Cook the pork until it is browned and crispy for added texture and flavor.
- Customize the toppings to your liking, such as adding sliced mushrooms or bamboo shoots.
- Use a ladle to pour the hot broth over the noodles to prevent splashing.
- Serve the ramen hot, and enjoy it immediately.
Serving advice
Serve the ramen hot, and enjoy it immediately.
Presentation advice
Arrange the toppings in an attractive way, such as placing the sliced pork and boiled egg on top of the noodles and garnishing with sliced green onions and nori seaweed.
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