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Homemade Ramen

Cultural Context

Ramen originated in China but has become a beloved staple in Japan, evolving into various regional styles. Traditionally enjoyed as a quick meal, ramen is often customized with a variety of toppings, reflecting personal tastes. Today, it's celebrated worldwide, inspiring countless adaptations and fusion dishes, while still honoring its rich heritage.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup dried shiitake mushrooms
1 piece kombu (about 10g)
4 cups water
1/2 cup sake
2 tablespoons soup stock powder
1 tablespoon grated ginger
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup soy sauce
8 oz ramen noodles
1 cup bean sprouts
2 cups spinach
1/4 cup chopped spring onion
1 sheet nori seaweed
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup onion crunch
1/2 cup corn kernels
1 tablespoon chili oil
1 tablespoon topangen paste

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ramen noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs and calories, while spaghetti is more affordable.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while ground pork is often less expensive.

shiitake mushrooms

🥗Healthier: portobello mushrooms

💰Cheaper: button mushrooms

Portobello mushrooms are a healthier alternative, while button mushrooms are typically cheaper.

soft-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: hard-boiled eggs

Poached eggs are lower in calories, while hard-boiled eggs are often less costly.

1

Soak dried shiitake mushrooms and kombu overnight.

2

Heat kombu in water over low heat to extract umami flavor, removing it before boiling.

3

Boil water for ramen noodles.

4

Season the soup with sake, soup stock powder, grated ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, adjusting to taste.

5

Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions.

6

Assemble the ramen by pouring the hot soup into a bowl, adding noodles, and topping with bean sprouts, spinach, chopped spring onion, and nori seaweed.

7

Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and add optional toppings like onion crunch, corn kernels, or chili oil.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potstrainersaucepancutting boardknifeserving bowls

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

glutensoyegg

Also Known As

ramenJapanese noodle soup
Local Name: 手作りラーメン

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