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Authentic Japanese Ramen Recipe for Home Cooks


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

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

  1. 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.
  2. Cook the Noodles: Prepare ramen noodles according to package instructions; drain once cooked al dente.
  3. Prepare Toppings: Soft-boil eggs for 6 minutes; cool in ice water before peeling. Slice green onions thinly.
  4. 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