Description
Japanese Ramen is a delightful culinary journey that brings the authentic taste of Japan right into your kitchen. This comforting noodle soup features a rich, savory broth simmered to perfection, tender ramen noodles, and a variety of toppings that can be customized to suit your palate. Imagine slurping up perfectly cooked noodles in a steaming bowl of umami-rich broth, complemented by soft-boiled eggs, fresh green onions, and succulent slices of pork belly or crisp vegetables. Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal on a chilly evening or want to impress friends at a gathering, this ramen recipe offers both flavor and versatility. In just about an hour, you can create a satisfying dish that evokes the warmth of your favorite ramen shop, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
- Ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- Pork neck bones or trotters
- Fresh ginger
- Garlic cloves
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Mirin
- Soft-boiled eggs
- Green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Place pork bones in cold water and bring to a boil; drain. In the same pot, add fresh water with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, mirin, and seasonings. Simmer on low heat for 2 hours.
- Cook the Noodles: Prepare ramen noodles according to package instructions; drain once cooked al dente.
- Prepare Toppings: Soft-boil eggs for 6 minutes; cool in ice water before peeling. Slice green onions thinly.
- Assemble Bowls: Ladle hot broth into serving bowls, add noodles, and top with soft-boiled eggs and green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg