When the cold hits, there’s nothing better than a steaming bowl of ramen to warm you from the inside out. The rich, savory broth, the tender noodles, and those perfect toppings—egg, bamboo shoots, maybe a little chili to spice things up—create the ultimate comfort food.
While we are always a fan of going out for ramen, who really wants to leave the house when it's this cold? We have all the ingredients for the perfect bowl - all you need to add is your favourite meat and veg.
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Ingredients:
4 cups (960ml) water
120ml Marutomo Shoyu Ramen Soup Concentrate
2 servings of ramen noodles
2 large eggs
200g chashu pork (braised pork belly), sliced
2 sheets Komi Japanese Nori, cut in halves or thirds
½ cup shiitake mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 spring onion, finely sliced
1 tbsp Roasted White Sesame Seeds
1-2 tsp Chilli Crack (adjust based on your spice preference)
Instructions:
Prepare the Broth:
In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add 120ml of Marutomo Shoyu Ramen Soup Concentrate to the boiling water. Stir well and let it simmer on low heat while you prepare the other components.
Cook the Eggs:
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Carefully add the eggs and cook for 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs.
Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool. Once cooled, peel the eggs and set aside.
Prepare the Noodles:
Cook the fresh ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
Sauté the Shiitake Mushrooms:
Heat a small pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil and sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms for 3-4 minutes, or until tender.
Assemble the Ramen Bowls:
Divide the cooked noodles between two bowls. Pour the hot broth over the noodles in each bowl. Top each bowl with slices of chashu pork, half a soft-boiled egg, the sautéed shiitake mushrooms, and one or two pieces of Komi Japanese Nori. Garnish with sliced spring onions and sprinkle generously with Roasted White Sesame Seeds. Add a spoonful of Chilli Crack to each bowl for a fiery, flavorful kick.
