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Japanese ramen recipe with chashu and soft boiled egg

Learn the secrets to crafting a bowl of authentic Japanese ramen that rivals your favorite noodle shop. This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 24-hour pork bone broth to the perfect soy-marinated soft boiled eggs.

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·By Ethan Brooks·
Japanese ramen recipe with chashu and soft boiled egg — Main Course served and photographed from above
Prep
2 h 30 min
Cook
7 h 30 min
Difficulty
Advanced
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chashu Pork

  1. 1

    Combine Marinade

    Combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, ginger, and green onions in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Marinate Pork

    Place the pork belly in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over.

  3. 3

    Chill

    Marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, in the refrigerator.

Preparing the Ramen Broth

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large pot, combine chicken stock, dashi stock, miso paste, soy sauce, sake, mirin, and garlic.

  2. 2

    Simmer

    Bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Meld Flavors

    Simmer for 1 hour to meld flavors.

    Tip: Ensure the broth doesn't boil to retain delicate flavors.

  4. 4

    Strain

    Strain the broth before serving for a clearer appearance.

How to Make Japanese ramen recipe with chashu and soft boiled egg

Total time: 10 h · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Chashu Braising

    Transfer marinated pork and liquid to a slow cooker; cook on low for 6 hours until tender.

  2. 2

    Soft Boiling Eggs

    Boil eggs for exactly 6 minutes; then transfer to an ice bath. Peel and marinate in soy sauce and mirin for 2 hours.

  3. 3

    Ramen Noodle Cooking

    Cook noodles in boiling salted water for 3 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water briefly to stop cooking.

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