Indulge in a hearty and comforting Japanese noodle soup with this delicious tonkotsu ramen. This rich and flavorful ramen features tender pork broth, thick ramen noodles, chashu (braised pork belly), a soft-boiled egg, and a variety of toppings. It’s a perfect choice for a satisfying and warming meal.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the broth:
- 1 pound pork bones
- 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, quartered
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups water
- For the ramen noodles:
- 1 package thick ramen noodles
- For the chashu:
- 1 pound pork belly, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1 tablespoon sake
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- For the toppings:
- 1 soft-boiled egg
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup kikurage mushrooms (optional)
- Nori seaweed (optional)
Instructions:
- Make broth: In a large pot, combine pork bones, pork shoulder, onion, carrot, celery, soy sauce, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 hours, or until the broth is rich and flavorful. Strain broth and discard solids.
- Cook chashu: In a small pot, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Add pork belly slices and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until tender. Let cool and slice thinly.
- Cook noodles: Cook ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Assemble ramen: Divide cooked noodles into bowls. Top with chashu, soft-boiled egg, green onions, kikurage mushrooms (if using), and nori seaweed (if using). Ladle hot broth over the ingredients.
Enjoy this delicious and comforting tonkotsu ramen for a satisfying and warming meal.
