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Simple Homemade Ramen
20m
Serves 2
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20m
Serves 2
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Directions
1
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles according to package directions.
2
Drain and divide cooked noodles into 2 ramen bowls.
3
If using dried shiitake mushrooms, soak them in hot water for about 10–15 minutes until softened, then slice.
4
Reserve a few tablespoons of the mushroom soaking liquid to add to the broth for extra umami, if desired.
5
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
6
Add the garlic, ginger, and shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and lightly softened.
7
Stir in a splash of the broth, miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha.
8
Whisk to fully dissolve the miso.
9
Add in the remaining broth and bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes.
10
Taste and adjust seasoning – add more soy sauce for saltiness or more chili for spice.
11
Toss in the spinach (or bok choy) and shredded carrots.
12
Let them wilt slightly, about 1–2 minutes.
13
Divide the cooked noodles between two bowls.
14
Ladle the hot broth, mushrooms, and veggies over top.
15
Add sliced green onions, soft-boiled egg halves, and any other desired toppings.
16
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy immediately!
Ingredients
2 3 oz packs ramen noodles
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon white or yellow miso paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sriracha or chili paste
1 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
0.5 cup dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and sliced
2 green onions, sliced
2 soft-boiled eggs, optional for vegetarians, omit for vegan
1 large handful baby spinach or bok choy
0.5 cup shredded carrots
Equipment
pot
ramen bowls
large pot
Tips
The key to this recipe is getting a good broth to use as the base.
The recipe is made to be easily customizable, so you can swap out ingredients and add whatever protein you prefer.
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