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Ingredients for authentic Japanese ramen recipe – noodles, broth, pork, egg, miso, soy sauce, corn, nori, sesame seeds

Authentic Japanese Ramen Recipe

A comforting bowl of authentic Japanese ramen with flavorful broth, chewy noodles, and classic toppings. This homemade version is easy to prepare yet captures the rich umami flavors of Japan. Perfect for weeknights or when you crave something warm and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 770
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the broth:
  • 1.5 L chicken or pork broth (homemade or store-bought)
  • 30 ml soy sauce
  • 20 g miso paste (optional, for miso ramen)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 20 g fresh ginger, sliced
  • 15 ml sesame oil
  • 15 ml mirin (or rice vinegar)
  • For the noodles & toppings:
  • 400 g fresh or dried ramen noodles
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs (ajitsuke tamago)
  • 200 g sliced pork belly or chicken breast (chashu style)
  • 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into strips
  • 2 spring onions (30 g), finely chopped
  • 100 g sweet corn kernels (optional)
  • 10 g sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Large soup pot (3–4 L)
  • Medium saucepan for noodles
  • Strainer or sieve
  • Sharp knife + cutting board
  • Ladle and serving bowls
  • Chopsticks (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the broth: In a large pot, heat sesame oil. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the broth, add soy sauce, miso paste, and mirin. Simmer gently for 20–25 minutes.
    Cooking broth for authentic Japanese ramen with garlic and ginger
  2. Cook the noodles: In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 3–4 minutes). Drain well.
  3. Prepare toppings: Soft-boil the eggs (6 minutes), then cool them in ice water and peel carefully. Slice the meat thinly and chop the spring onions.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide noodles into 4 serving bowls. Pour the hot broth over them. Arrange sliced meat, half an egg, corn, spring onions, and nori strips on top.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and adjust flavor with soy sauce or chili oil. Serve immediately while hot.
    Authentic Japanese ramen served with pork, egg, corn, green onions and nori

Notes

You can customize your ramen with different toppings such as mushrooms, bamboo shoots, or spinach. For meal prep, store broth and noodles separately to prevent sogginess.