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Miso Ramen Recipe - The soul of ramen is its soup stock or dashi—where bonito flakes and kombu (seaweed) are boiled in water and then strained. This miso ramen is delicious.

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Spicy Miso Ramen – Light but Nourishing

I am not sure what it is, it could be the heat outside, but I just don’t have much of an appetite lately, especially for lunch.

Lunch is tough because I am definitely not a sandwich and salad type of person (I frown at the very thought of them), but Chinese food and Malaysian food with rice, stir-fry’s, curries and spices seem too heavy as of late.

I wanted something lighter for my lunch, and this bowl of homemade spicy miso ramen came to my rescue. Other than ramen, I have also been eating cold soba noodles and oden, which are equally light and refreshing. I love Japanese food, it’s just refreshing and pleasant–exactly what I need…

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Miso Ramen Shortcut

I have always thought that making ramen is no small feat, but was very surprised to find out that it’s actually rather easy, if you are willing to cheat.

(As you all know, I am quite a cheater when it comes to cooking; I don’t mind taking shortcuts as long as it doesn’t compromise a recipe too much.) The soul of ramen is its soup stock or dashi—where bonito flakes and kombu (seaweed) are boiled in water and then strained. I didn’t have both ingredients so I cheated with hondashi or an instant powdered alternative which essentially is an MSG.

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It turned out very well, almost like the spicy miso ramen I get at my favorite ramen joint Santouka. The miso ramen was very tasty, spicy, and I couldn’t get enough. And now, my appetite is totally back!

Want more Japanese recipes? Try the following on Rasa Malaysia:

  1. Asari Miso Soup (Miso Soup with Clams)
  2. Nobu’s Black Cod with Miso
  3. Spinach and Tofu Salad with Japanese Sesame Miso Dressing
  4. Miso-marinated Sea Bass

How Many Calories per Serving?

This recipe is only 583 calories per serving.

What Dishes to Serve with This Recipe?

For a wholesome meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.

Chicken Katsu (Fried Chicken Cutlet)

Edamame

Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)

Japanese Beef Rolls with Mizkan Ponzu

Miso Ramen

Miso Ramen Recipe: The soul of ramen is its soup stock or dashi—where bonito flakes and kombu (seaweed) are boiled in water and then strained.

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By Bee Yinn Low

Yield 2 people

Prep 5 minutes mins

Cook 15 minutes mins

Total 20 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. fresh ramen noodles
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 3-4 teaspoons S&B La Yu or chili oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon hondashi
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs
  • 15 oz corn kernels
  • 1 narutomaki (Japanese fish cake with a pink swirl)
  • 1 stalk scallion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds (pound with mortar and pestle until fine)
  • light soy sauce (to taste, optional)
  • some seasoned roasted seaweed (cut into thin strips)

Instructions

  • Bring the water to boil and then add in the hondashi, eggs, and finely ground sesame seeds. Bring the soup base to boil and reduce to 3.5 cups. Add in the miso paste, stir with a ladle of chopsticks until well dissolved. Add in the chili oil and light soy sauce to taste (optional).

  • Blanch the ramen noodles in a pot of boiling water until they are cooked. Rinse with cold running water, drain, and set aside.

  • In a serving bowl, add the noodles and then topped with the hard-boiled egg (sliced into half), narutomaki, corn kernels and chopped scallion. Pour the miso soup into the bowl and add the roasted seaweeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Other than the toppings in my recipe, you should add pork slices, pickled bamboo shoots, etc. to miso ramen.
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Course: Japanese Recipes

Cuisine: Ramen

Keywords: Miso Ramen

Nutrition

Serving: 2people, Calories: 583kcal (29%), Carbohydrates: 63g (21%), Protein: 19g (38%), Fat: 28g (43%), Saturated Fat: 9g (56%), Cholesterol: 186mg (62%), Sodium: 2922mg (127%), Fiber: 4g (17%), Sugar: 3g (3%)

Miso Ramen {Learn my Shortcut to Delicious Ramen!} | Rasa Malaysia (2024)

FAQs

How to do the ramen hack? ›

For a nutty, Thai-inspired ramen hack, cook the noodles according to the instructions but ditch the flavor packet. Instead, whisk together sesame oil, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger and pour it over the hot noodles. Add chopped scallions and sesame seeds for even more flavor.

What is the meaning of miso ramen? ›

Miso ramen is a Japanese noodle soup. It is called Miso Ramen because its broth is made from miso along with chicken stock, vegetables, and ground pork. This kind of ramen soup is thick and rich. The noodles should be fresh and are best when springy, chewy, and yellow.

What ramen does Naruto eat? ›

He gets his favorite ramen from the Ichiraku Ramen shop, which is Miso Chashu, The Miso Chashu Pork ramen served in a bowl or after the fight with Pain his favorite ramen became Naruto Special Ramen.

What is the flavor of miso ramen? ›

With a sweet, salty umami flavor, miso can step the flavor level of your noodle soup into the stratosphere, but it's also a very distinct flavor, so you have to love miso if you're going to use it in your ramen broth.

How do you make $1 ramen better? ›

It's time to spice up your instant ramen game with these easy hacks.
  1. Try the egg-drop method. ...
  2. Slice up some green onion and sprinkle it on top for added flavor. ...
  3. Add mixed veggies of your choice. ...
  4. Add bean sprouts for an extra crunch. ...
  5. Add sesame. ...
  6. Make and add a ramen egg. ...
  7. Swap your flavor packet for miso paste.
Apr 2, 2024

Who ate Naruto's ramen? ›

Naruto takes Hinata Hyūga to Ramen Ichiraku for their first date; in the anime, this in turn causes Hinata to become a regular customer, to the point that she has won at least one of its eating contests.

Is ramen healthy? ›

Ramen is not inherently unhealthy, but the flavor packet provided in instant ramen does contain high amounts of sodium. Diets high in sodium are associated with an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, a leading cause of stroke and heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Who eats more ramen Naruto or Hinata? ›

This ending even feeds into the idea of Hinata being able to eat much more ramen than Naruto; as she's piling up bowl after bowl, Naruto nearly hurls from overeating.

Is cheese good in miso ramen? ›

Carbs, cheese and ramen make miso happy. Kick your carbonara up a notch with this spin on the classic Italian pasta dish.

Is miso ramen healthy? ›

Miso contains a particular strain of probiotics called “Aspergillus oryzae,” and they're great for your gut. Having a healthy gut is known to be linked to our overall mental and physical wellness. Soy miso is also a good source of fiber and protein, and a great way to increase your overall nourishment.

What is the difference between ramen and miso ramen? ›

Unlike the thinner assari (thin-style) broth of Shio or Shoyu ramen, miso broth feels more like a soup. It also lets the noodle retain its chewy texture for longer and doesn't turn it mushy as quickly as thinner broths do. Plus, miso is an amazing flavor base overall, with several variations for you to choose from.

How to make Kylie Jenner ramen? ›

You just cook your ramen like normally, then just beat up an egg, add it to your noodles with some garlic powder, the seasoning packet that came with your noodles, and a stick of butter. Give it a little stir for a minute. Little confession. I have actually never had an egg in my noodles before.

How do you hack ramen in the microwave? ›

You can use low-sodium chicken, vegetables, beef, or dashi broth instead of water for even tastier results. If you're experiencing spillover, you can try a few things: Cook the ramen uncovered and add a minute of time, or try cooking the ramen in a larger dish.

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