Homemade Ramen
Making a great ramen broth is key to making delicious ramen at home. You can choose from creamy tonkotsu, savory shoyu, or hearty miso broths. Learning how to make each one is crucial for a top-notch ramen experience.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Medium saucepan
- Small skillet or frying pan
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Ladle
- Strainer or Colander
- Tongs or chopsticks
- Grater
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock for a vegetarian option
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons miso paste white or red
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili paste optional, for spice
- 2 packs of fresh or dried ramen noodles
- 2 boiled eggs halved
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms shiitake or button
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1 small carrot julienned
- 1 sheet nori seaweed, cut into strips
- Cooked protein of choice chicken, tofu, or pork belly
Instructions
Prepare the Broth:
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in soy sauce, miso paste, and chili paste (if using).
- Let the broth simmer gently for 10-15 minutes to develop the flavors.
Cook the Noodles:
- While the broth is simmering, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Toppings:
- In a small pan, sauté the mushrooms until tender.
- Prepare your other toppings (boil the eggs, julienne the carrots, and slice the green onions).
Assemble the Ramen Bowls:
- Divide the cooked noodles evenly into bowls.
- Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
- Arrange the toppings on top of the noodles: mushrooms, baby spinach, corn, carrots, nori strips, and your protein of choice.
- Place a boiled egg half on each bowl for a classic ramen look.
Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle sliced green onions on top.
- Optionally, drizzle with a bit of chili oil or sesame oil.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your homemade ramen.
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving):
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Protein: 18-25 g
- Carbohydrates: 50-60 g
- Fat: 10-15 g
- Fiber: 4-6 g
- Sodium: 1,200-1,500 mg (depending on the broth and soy sauce)
- Cholesterol: 150-200 mg (varies based on eggs and protein used)