GetCookMatch
Ramen with bamboo shoots, carrot and chicken — Japan recipeJapanJapan
Soups

Ramen

Ramen is a traditional Japanese dish consisting of Chinese noodles served in a hot broth with various toppings. Each region of Japan has its own unique recipes.

⏱️
310
Minutes
👥
4
Servings
🔥
550
kcal
Rate this recipe
IngredientsInstructionsCommentsRelated Recipes

Key Ingredients

bamboo shootscarrotchicken bones or pork bonesdashieggsgarlic

What you'll need

Ingredients

How to make it

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the bones under cold water. Place in a large saucepan, fill with water and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse the bones.

  2. 2

    Return the bones to the pot, add 2 liters of fresh water, onion, garlic, ginger, green onions and carrots. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat for 4-6 hours (chicken) or 10-12 hours (tonkotsu). Strain the broth and keep warm.

  3. 3

    For the tare sauce: mix soy sauce, mirin, sake and dashi in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, simmer for 5 minutes and let cool.

  4. 4

    Fry the pork brisket or chicken breast until golden, then slice thinly. Boil eggs for 6 minutes, rinse with cold water, peel and halve.

  5. 5

    Boil the ramen noodles until al dente, rinse with cold water. In each bowl, add 1-2 tbsp of tare sauce, then the noodles, meat slices, egg halves, bamboo shoots, seaweed and green onions. Pour the hot broth over everything. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Join the conversation

Comments

Leave a comment

Loading comments…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the four main ramen styles — shio, shoyu, miso, and tonkotsu?

The difference lies in the broth base. Shio (salt) is the lightest and most delicate, often made with chicken or seafood; shoyu (soy sauce) is brownish, slightly salty and umami-rich, the classic Tokyo style; miso is rich and slightly sweet, originating from Sapporo, added at the end to preserve its flavor; tonkotsu is pork-based, milky-white, simmered for 12+ hours to yield a creamy, thick texture. For home cooking, shoyu or miso are the easiest starting points as they do not require hours of simmering.

How can I make decent ramen at home without simmering broth for 12 hours?

There are two honest approaches. First, a combined broth: simmer a chicken carcass with onion, ginger, and garlic for 1–1.5 hours, then add dashi (kombu and katsuobushi steeped for 5 minutes), miso or soy sauce, and sesame oil. Second, buy a ready-made tare (seasoning concentrate) and blend it with homemade chicken broth. The result will be 70–80% of a restaurant bowl in about 2 hours rather than 12.

Which noodles should I use — egg, rice, or wheat?

Ramen requires alkaline wheat noodles (made with kansui or baking soda) — this is what gives them their characteristic springy bite and slight yellow color. If unavailable, substitute with egg noodles (tagliatelle, Thai Ba Mee noodles). Rice noodles are not ramen; they are too soft. A useful trick: boil regular wheat noodles in water with 1 tablespoon of baking soda to achieve a similar texture.

How do I make the perfect ajitsuke tamago — why is it brown?

The brown color comes from the marinade: soft-boiled eggs (6.5–7 minutes, then shocked in ice water) are peeled and soaked in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and water (1:1:0.5:4) for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. The yolk should remain soft and almost runny — that is the hallmark of quality. A firm yolk means overcooked. Make 6–8 at a time since they keep in the marinade for 3–4 days.

My ramen tastes flat — what can I add at the end to boost the flavor?

Ramen is seasoned in the bowl, not in the pot — that is a key principle. The tare (seasoning base) goes into the empty bowl first, then the broth is poured over it. If it still tastes flat: add 1 teaspoon of white miso, a few drops of dark sesame oil, a dash of fish sauce, or extra soy sauce. Spice lovers add chili oil (la-yu). Often, a pinch of flaky sea salt directly in the bowl is all it takes.