Miso Ramen
PREP TIME10 mins
COOK TIME20 mins
TOTAL TIME30 mins
SERVINGS2
BUDGET$5
Description
Rich, comforting miso broth with chewy noodles. This shortcut version uses miso paste for instant flavor. Way better than instant ramen!
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons miso paste (white or red)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 8 oz fresh ramen noodles (or 2 packs instant)
- 2 soft-boiled eggs
- 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Nori sheets
- Corn kernels (optional)
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Soft-boil eggs: Boil water, add eggs, cook 6.5 minutes. Transfer to ice bath. Peel and halve.
- Make broth: Heat chicken broth in a pot. Add garlic and ginger, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in miso paste until fully dissolved. Add soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Cook noodles according to package (usually 3-4 minutes). Drain.
- Add spinach to hot broth - it will wilt quickly.
- Assemble bowls: noodles, hot broth with spinach, soft-boiled egg halves, green onions.
- Top with nori, corn, and sesame seeds.
💡 Student Tips
Miso Types: White miso = milder/sweeter. Red miso = stronger/saltier. Both work!
Egg Timing: 6.5 minutes = perfect jammy yolk. Want it softer? Try 6 minutes.
Make it Hearty: Add leftover chicken, pork, or tofu for protein boost.