Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of homemade ramen with a flavorful broth that’s easy to make and packed with umami goodness. This Japanese-inspired dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a quick meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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Broth:
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (optional for heat)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 soft-boiled eggs (halved)
- 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 sheet nori (cut into strips)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, miso paste, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce. Pour in chicken broth and water, bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and let the broth simmer for 10–15 minutes to develop flavor.
- Meanwhile, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions (without the seasoning), then drain and set aside.
- Add mushrooms, carrots, and spinach to the broth and simmer for another 2–3 minutes until tender.
- Divide the cooked noodles between bowls. Ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.
- Top each bowl with half a soft-boiled egg, green onions, nori strips, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit the egg.
- You can add tofu, cooked chicken, or pork belly for extra protein.
- Customize toppings with corn, bamboo shoots, or bean sprouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
