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My obsession with this miso ramen recipe came from the first time I spotted it at a local ramen shop. “Wow, what is THAT?” I exclaimed as a steamy bowl of red-orange broth passed by. After tasting the enticing umami miso flavor paired with a spicy garlic broth, I discovered my favorite ramen flavor and have never looked back. This was also confirmed after tasting my way through Japan during the cold fall months. If you’re reading this, I’m guessing that you’re captivated by it too or are at least understand its allure. Welcome 🙂
So, where does this flavor of ramen come from? This miso ramen ramen recipe flavor originates from Hokkaido Japan, is flavored with soybean paste (miso) to create a rich and complex broth. Our recipe uses both white miso and red miso; the darker the color, the longer the soybeans have fermented (and richer the flavor).
Our miso ramen recipe calls for premium dry ramen noodles, imported seasoned bamboo (menma), sesame oil, and plenty of chili garlic sauce (spice level is adjustable). Add a soft-boiled egg, some crushed fresh garlic, or some protein (traditionally pork) to enhance your meal.
When you get a chance to try this miso ramen recipe, we would love to hear about your results in the comments below. Some of these ingredients may be difficult to find in your local grocery store, so we have gone ahead and added a few helpful links to specialty Amazon products below.
Happy cooking!
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- Ramen noodles
- Nori (seaweed)
- Sesame chili oil
- White miso paste
- Red miso seasoning
- Menma
- Chili garlic sauce
Japanese Spicy Miso Ramen Recipe
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Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 12 oz Ramen noodles
- 4 tbsp white miso paste (omit for vegan)
- 3.5 tbsp Red miso seasoning
- 6 Chicken broth concentrate packets
- 2-3 tbsp Sesame oil (use more sesame oil if you omitted white miso)
- 2 tsp Garlic
Proteins (choose 1):
- 6-8 oz Sliced pork belly
- 8-10 oz Pork tenderloin
- 6-8 oz Tofu
- 8-10 oz Chicken breast
- ½ lb Ground pork
Toppings (choose as many as you like):
- 2-4 Soft-boiled eggs
- 1 jar Menma (seasoned bamboo)
- 2-4 tbsp Chili garlic sauce
- ¼ cup Green onions
- 4 sheets Nori (seaweed)
- 1-2 cups Sauteed spinach
- 1 cup Sauteed sliced mushrooms
Instructions
Make Miso Paste
In a medium bowl, mix together miso, garlic, and 3 Tbsp. of water.
(Optional) Protein & Veggies
Use 1 Tbsp. of the miso paste as a seasoning for your protein. Fully cook your protein, thinly slice, and keep warm.
If adding spinach or mushrooms, sautee during this step and keep warm.
Make Miso Broth
Fill a medium pot 3/4 full of water, cover, and bring to a boil.
In a separate large stock pot, warm half of the sesame oil on medium heat. Add the miso paste from step 1 and saute for 2-3 minutes.
Add 8 cups of water and broth packets. Bring stock to a boil on high heat and then lower heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
(Optional) Cook Eggs
Gently lower eggs into the medium pot of boiling water from step 3 and boil for 8-10 minutes (8 for soft, 10 for hard-boiled). Prepare an ice bath for the eggs by adding 1/2 ice and 1/2 cold water to a medium bowl. Important: keep the boiling water for step 5!
When the eggs are done, place them in the ice bath for 2-3 minutes. Peel the eggs by cracking on a hard surface and rolling until shell becomes loose. Remove the shells and keep warm.
Cook Noodles
Add the ramen noodles to the medium pot of boiling water from step 3 and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Drain using a colander and rinse the noodles under warm water. Tip: toss noodles in a little oil to prevent them from sticking.
Plate & Serve!
Divide cooked noodles between large soup bowls, ladle the miso broth over the noodles, and add your favorite toppings: menma (seasoned bamboo), green onions, nori (seaweed), sesame oil, and chili garlic sauce (spicy)!
(Optional) serve with halved boiled eggs, prepared protein, and/or sauteed spinach and mushrooms.
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どうぞめしあがれ douzo meshiagare “Enjoy your meal!”
Keyword miso ramen, ramen
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