Homemade Ramen
A comforting and customizable dish that brings the flavors of Japan to your kitchen, perfect for any weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Flexible
Ingredients
- Ramen noodles, fresh or instant
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed (or tofu for vegetarian option)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian version)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece ginger, grated
- A mix of chopped vegetables (such as bok choy, mushrooms, and carrots)
- Soft-boiled egg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Add the cubed chicken breast to the pot. Cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add broth: Pour in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Season the broth: Stir in soy sauce and add your choice of chopped vegetables. Cook until the vegetables are tender, around 3-5 minutes.
- Cook noodles: Add the ramen noodles to the pot, cooking according to the package instructions, typically around 3-4 minutes.
- Season to taste: Adjust the flavor with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the ramen into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and a soft-boiled egg if using.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Control spice by adding crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
Find it online: https://www.chickenpalette.com/homemade-ramen/