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Pork Ramen Noodle Soup with Soft-Boiled Egg

Elina James
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Soups
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Broth:
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin (or rice vinegar if unavailable)
  • 1 tbsp miso paste (white or red)
  • 4 cups chicken or pork broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp chili paste or Sriracha (optional, for spice)
  • For the Pork:
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless pork shoulder or pork belly
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • For the Ramen Bowl:
  • 4 packs ramen noodles (discard seasoning if using instant)
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs (see below)
  • ½ cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy, blanched
  • ½ cup corn kernels (optional)
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Pork : In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and honey. Rub this mixture all over the pork. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Add ½ cup of water, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30–40 minutes, flipping occasionally, until tender and glazed. Slice thinly and set aside. (Alternatively, you can use leftover roasted pork or pulled pork for quicker prep.)
  • Step 2: Make the Broth : In a large pot, heat sesame oil and vegetable oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, mirin, and miso paste, mixing until combined. Pour in chicken/pork broth and water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes. Adjust seasoning — add salt, pepper, or chili paste to taste.
  • Step 3: Cook the Soft-Boiled Eggs : Bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil. Lower eggs into the water and cook for 6½ minutes. Transfer immediately to an ice bath for 5 minutes. Peel carefully and slice in half just before serving. (Pro tip: Use eggs that are a few days old — they peel more easily.)
  • Step 4: Cook the Ramen Noodles : In another pot, bring water to a boil. Add ramen noodles and cook for 2–3 minutes (or as per package instructions). Drain and rinse lightly with warm water to prevent sticking.
  • Step 5: Assemble the Ramen Bowls : Divide noodles evenly among 4 large bowls. Pour hot broth over the noodles. Arrange slices of pork, soft-boiled egg halves, bok choy, mushrooms, and corn on top. Garnish with green onions, nori strips, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while steaming hot.