Craving a comforting bowl of ramen but don’t want to leave the house? This Easy Homemade Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg is just what you need. Packed with savory flavors and simple ingredients, it’s a quick fix for any noodle lover.
Plus, the soft-boiled egg adds a rich touch that makes every slurp satisfying. Get ready to enjoy a warm, delicious meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Steps
- Start by cooking the eggs: Boil a small pot of salted water, reduce to a simmer, and cook the eggs for 7-8 minutes. While they cook, mix soy sauce, Mirin, water, and sugar in a bowl. Once the eggs are done, cool them in ice water, peel, and marinate them in the soy mixture for 3-4 hours in the fridge, pressing with a paper towel to ensure even marination.
- Prepare the broth by heating sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger paste, cooking for 30 seconds to a minute until they release their aroma.
- Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, Mirin, fish sauce, miso paste, chili garlic paste, and Chinese five spice in the pot. Mix well, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Increase the heat to medium and add enoki mushrooms and ramen noodles, cooking for about 3 minutes until the noodles are tender. Stir gently to ensure even cooking.
- Transfer cooked noodles and mushrooms into bowls. Add garnishes like corn, carrots, bamboo shoots, green onion, jalapeño, and noki. Pour the prepared broth over the bowls.
- Halve the marinated eggs and place them atop the noodle bowls. Finish with green onion, jalapeño slices, and sesame seeds for garnish.
Ingredients
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 packages ramen noodles, discard seasoning packets
- 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Mirin (rice wine)
- 2 teaspoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
- ½ cup matchstick carrots
- 5 ounces canned bamboo shoots, drained
- 3 ounces enoki mushrooms
- Green onion, sliced thinly
- Jalapeño, sliced thinly
- 2-3 sheets Nori seaweed
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons Mirin (rice wine)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 6 tablespoons water
FAQ
- What makes this homemade ramen recipe quick to prepare?
- This homemade ramen recipe is designed to be quick by simplifying the traditional method. It takes only 20 minutes to prepare using pre-made chicken broth and ramen noodles, along with flavor-enhancing ingredients like soy sauce, miso paste, and various vegetables.
- Can I make the seasoned eggs in advance?
- Yes, the seasoned eggs can be prepared ahead of time. Simply marinate the soft-boiled eggs in a mixture of soy sauce, Mirin, sugar, and water for 3 to 4 hours. Once marinated, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- What are some suggested garnishes for the ramen bowl?
- Suggested garnishes include corn, matchstick carrots, noki seaweed, bamboo shoots, sliced green onions, jalapeño slices, and sesame seeds. You can customize your ramen bowl with these or other preferred toppings.
- How do you achieve the perfect soft-boiled egg for ramen?
- To achieve a perfect soft-boiled egg, simmer the eggs in boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes. Then, immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. This method ensures a runny yolk, ideal for ramen.
- Is it necessary to marinate the eggs, or can I skip this step?
- While marinating the eggs adds extra flavor and is recommended for a more traditional taste, you can skip this step if you’re short on time. Instead, you can prepare a quick soft-boiled egg without marinating.
Tips
- Marinate the Eggs in Advance: Prepare the marinated eggs a day ahead to save time. Let them soak in the marinade for 3 to 4 hours and store them in the fridge overnight for a quick addition to your ramen the next day.
- Mind the Cooking Time for Eggs: Cook the eggs for 7 to 8 minutes for a soft-boiled texture, adjusting based on your preference for runniness. Immediately transferring them to ice water halts cooking and makes peeling easier.
- Boost Your Broth Flavor: Enhance the broth by ensuring you sauté the garlic and ginger just until fragrant before combining with other ingredients. This step brings out the aromatic flavors that are essential for a rich broth.
- Customize Your Garnishes: Feel free to adjust the garnishes based on what you have on hand or your preference. The suggested options like corn, carrots, and bamboo shoots can be swapped or supplemented with other veggies or proteins.