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spicy miso ramen

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Spicy miso ramen is a flavorful Japanese noodle soup featuring a rich, spicy miso broth, tender noodles, and savory toppings that create a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon red miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste (such as gochujang or sambal oelek)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 200g ramen noodles
  • 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 soft-boiled egg, halved
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add chili paste and stir to combine.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Whisk in white and red miso paste and soy sauce until fully dissolved.
  5. Add shiitake mushrooms and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Cook ramen noodles separately according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  7. Divide noodles between bowls. Ladle hot miso broth over noodles.
  8. Top with green onions, bean sprouts, soft-boiled egg halves, and toasted sesame seeds.
  9. Drizzle with sesame oil and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra depth, add a spoonful of chili oil or top with sliced pork belly. Feel free to substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.