What kind of miso should I use?

Use a blend of white and red miso for the most balanced flavor, or just white miso for a milder broth.

Where can I find fresh ramen noodles?

Check the refrigerated or frozen section of Asian grocery stores. Sun Noodle is a widely available and excellent brand.

Miso Ramen

Name: Miso Ramen
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 clove garlic; 0.5 tsp fresh ginger; 1 whole shallot; 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 0.25 lb ground pork; 1 tsp doubanjiang; 3 tbsp miso paste; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp sake; 4 cup chicken stock; 1 tsp kosher salt; 0.25 tsp white pepper; 2 serving fresh ramen noodles; 0.5 cup bean sprouts; 0.25 cup corn kernels; 2 tbsp green onion; 2 sheet nori; 4 slice chashu pork; 2 whole ramen egg

Homemade miso ramen with a deeply savory broth, chewy noodles, and all the classic toppings in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Servings

Calories

433/serving

Difficulty

Medium

by Replay RecipesJapanese Cuisine

DinnerJapaneseAsianComfort Food

Nutrition Per Serving

433Calories

19gProtein

37gCarbs

25gFat

4gFiber

8gSugar

Ingredients

2 clove garlic
0.5 tsp fresh ginger
1 whole shallot
1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
0.25 lb ground pork
1 tsp doubanjiang
3 tbsp miso paste
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp sake
4 cup chicken stock
1 tsp kosher salt
0.25 tsp white pepper
2 serving fresh ramen noodles
0.5 cup bean sprouts
0.25 cup corn kernels
2 tbsp green onion
2 sheet nori
4 slice chashu pork
2 whole ramen egg

Servings

2 servings

Ingredients

Prepare the Aromatics

Mince the garlic and grate the ginger onto a small plate. Mince the shallot and set alongside. In a separate bowl, grind the toasted sesame seeds using a mortar and pestle, leaving some texture.

Cook the Pork and Build the Broth

Heat sesame oil in a medium pot over medium-low heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and shallot, stirring until fragrant. Increase the heat to medium, add the ground pork, and cook until it is no longer pink. Stir in the doubanjiang and miso paste quickly so they do not burn. Add the ground sesame seeds and sugar, mixing well. Pour in the sake and chicken stock, then bring everything to a simmer. Season with salt and white pepper. Cover and keep at a low simmer while the noodles cook.

10 min

Cook the Ramen Noodles

Bring a large pot of unsalted water to a boil. While waiting, ladle hot water into your serving bowls to warm them. Gently loosen the fresh ramen noodles and cook according to the package directions, pulling them out about 15 seconds early for a slightly chewy texture. Drain well using a mesh sieve. Empty the warming water from the bowls and divide the noodles between them.

3 min

Assemble and Serve

Ladle the hot miso broth over the noodles in each bowl. Arrange the toppings neatly on one side: bean sprouts, corn kernels, sliced green onion, and a quarter sheet of nori. Add chashu pork slices and a halved ramen egg if you have them prepared. Serve immediately with chili oil on the side.

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Tips & Variations

Warm your serving bowls with hot water so the broth stays hot longer.
Do not boil the broth after adding miso, as excessive heat diminishes its flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of miso should I use?: Use a blend of white and red miso for the most balanced flavor, or just white miso for a milder broth.
Where can I find fresh ramen noodles?: Check the refrigerated or frozen section of Asian grocery stores. Sun Noodle is a widely available and excellent brand.

Recipe inspired by the original at justonecookbook.com. Ingredients and factual cooking data extracted; instructions independently written.

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