Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of homemade ramen that combines tender noodles with a umami-packed broth. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for beginners and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Picture a warm bowl filled with fresh greens, perfectly soft-boiled eggs, and the inviting aroma of simmering broth—sure to impress family and friends alike. Let’s dive into this delightful cooking adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 oz ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp miso paste (white or red)
- 1 soft-boiled egg
- 2 scallions (chopped)
- 1 cup spinach or bok choy
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Nori seaweed sheets (optional)
- Chili oil or flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup corn kernels (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, combine chicken broth and water over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir in soy sauce and miso paste until fully dissolved.
- Cook the Noodles: While the broth simmers, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Add Greens: Toss spinach or bok choy into the simmering broth along with sesame oil, allowing them to wilt slightly.
- Soft-Boil Eggs: Boil water in another pot, add eggs gently, and cook for exactly six minutes. Transfer to ice water immediately to stop cooking.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide noodles among bowls, ladle hot broth over noodles, and top with sliced soft-boiled eggs, scallions, corn kernels, nori strips, and chili oil if desired.
- Serve & Enjoy: Grab chopsticks or a fork and enjoy every delicious slurp!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 186mg