Description
Homemade Ramen is a comforting, Asian-inspired noodle soup made with savory broth, springy noodles, tender protein, and fresh vegetables. This easy, customizable ramen delivers restaurant-style flavor at home without hours of simmering.
Ingredients
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Noodles & Broth:
- Ramen noodles (fresh or dried)
- 4–6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
Aromatics & Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Protein:
- Chicken, tofu, pork, or mushrooms
Vegetables & Toppings:
- Bok choy
- Mushrooms
- Carrots
- Soft-boiled eggs (optional)
- Green onions
- Nori (seaweed)
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Soft-boil eggs (optional): Boil eggs for 6–7 minutes, transfer to ice water, peel, and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Build broth: Add broth and soy sauce. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add vegetables: Stir in bok choy, mushrooms, and carrots. Simmer until just tender.
- Cook noodles: Bring broth back to a boil and add ramen noodles. Cook 2–3 minutes until tender.
- Add protein: Stir in cooked chicken, tofu, or other protein to warm through.
- Assemble: Divide noodles and broth into bowls and top with eggs, green onions, nori, and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Noodles: Fresh ramen noodles give the best chew, but dried ramen or egg noodles work well.
- Broth depth: Add miso paste or chili oil for extra umami or heat.
- Make it vegetarian: Use vegetable broth and tofu or mushrooms.
- Storage: Store broth and noodles separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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