Yummy Ramen Noodles For A Delicious Cheat Day

Are ramen noodles and ramyeon the same? No, they are not! Ramen is a Japanese dish that includes fresh wheat noodles along with a variety of broth and toppings. It is a comforting and flavorful noodle soup that has become everyone’s favorite. Indeed, store bought ramen is convenient, but making it at home gives you control over the ingredients. So, today let’s make an easy ramen recipe at home with miso broth.

How To Make Ramen Noodles?

You can make ramen noodles with a variety of broths, such as soy sauce, miso, shio (salt), and tonkotsu (pork bone) broth. We will make this recipe in 3 major steps: first, we will look into the ramen broth recipe, then prepare the noodles, and lastly assemble them with some toppings.

1. Making The Miso Broth

• To prepare the miso broth, first heat the sesame oil in the pot. Then add the minced garlic and ginger into the pot and let it cook.
• Later, pour in the vegetable or chicken stock in the pot and let it cook. Then, add the miso paste to the pot and let it dissolve completely.
• Now add the soy sauce to the pot and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes. Once it is done, lastly, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning, if it is needed.

2. Preparing The Noodles

• To begin with, take a large bowl and mix the dry ingredients. Combine flour, kansui, and salt. If you do not have kansui, then you can bake the baking soda for about an hour to turn it into an alkaline substance.
• Then, slowly add water to the mixture and combine them with your hands or a spoon. Later, transfer the dough to a flat surface and knead it for 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. The dough should be firm but not dry.
• Following that, cover the dough with a damp cloth. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes and allow the gluten to relax.
• After 30 minutes divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll out each into thin sheets using a rolling pin or pasta machine if you have one. Then, dust the dough sheets with flour and fold them gently.
• Now, cut the sheets into thin strips with a sharp knife, or you can use the pasta cutter. Then, bring a pot of water to a boil, add the noodles, and let it cook for 3-5 minutes until they are chewy and tender.
• Once the noodles are done, rinse them under cold water to stop cooking. In some noodles, eggs are also added to the dough; you can add them if you want.

3. Assembling The Ramen

• Firstly, prepare the bowl by placing a portion of cooked noodles into each serving bowl.
• Secondly, add the hot broth over the noodles; make sure the noodles are completely submerged in the broth.
• Lastly, arrange your favorite toppings on top of the noodles. In this recipe, toppings are sliced onion, boiled eggs, and corn.
• Ta-da! Your homemade ramen noodles recipe is ready! Enjoy it hot.
• The process of this recipe does look time-consuming, but if you have machines, you can save time. Enjoy it on your weekends or as a cheat meal to have something different and delicious.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve ramen with dumplings, pickled vegetables, edamame, or seaweed salad. The Japanese serve it with sake, beer, or green tea. Choose the side dishes by keeping your health in mind and pair them with healthy side dishes or beverages.

Nutritional Information

If you are adding healthy toppings and ingredients to your ramen, it will increase the nutrition profile of the recipe. Here is the approximate estimation of the recipe with the above ingredients for 1 serving.

Nutrient	Value
Energy	380 kcal
Protein	12 gm
Carbohydrates	50 gm
Fiber	3 gm
Fat	8 gm

These nutrient values are approximate estimations of the recipe. However, they can change if you change the cooking method and ingredients.

Health Benefits Of Ramen Noodles

The healthy ingredients in the recipe provide various health benefits. These are the health benefits of the miso broth ramen recipe:

• The carbohydrates in the ramen noodles provide a quick source of energy. So, pair them with a good amount of protein and vegetables to provide long lasting energy. The whole wheat flour increases the fiber content of the recipe and supports your digestive system.
• Chicken, tofu, or eggs in your ramen can increase the protein content, which will support muscle repair, growth, and overall health.
• The miso paste is a great gut health food because it contains probiotics. They help maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria and also support digestion.
• Homemade ramen allows you to avoid preservatives and additives, which are often found in instant ramen packets. Additionally, you can control the amount of sodium by reducing salt and soy sauce in the recipe.
• Adding a lot of veggies like green onions, mushrooms, and corn enhances the nutritional profile of ramen by increasing the fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Cooking Tips And Variations

Ramen has many variations. A change in the broth and topping changes the flavor, health benefits, and nutritional profile. So, here are some pro cooking tips and variation options that you can try.

• The ideal ratio of noodles to broth by weight is 1:1.5. This means for every serving of noodles (about 75 g), use around 1.5 cups of broth. There is no hard and fast rule; you can add more broth if you like.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add dashi, which is a Japanese stock made from kombu and bonita flakes. Moreover, adding dried mushrooms and seaweeds will increase the flavor even more.
• You can try including different types of broth for your ramen. For soy sauce broth, you need chicken stock, soy sauce, mirin (rice wine), garlic, and ginger. For shio broth, you need chicken or seafood stock, salt, dashi, and garlic. For pork bone broth, you need pork bone, water, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce.
• There are a variety of options for ramen toppings. There are soft-boiled eggs, green onions, seaweed, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, corn, slices of pork belly, tofu, bean sprouts, and pickled ginger.
• To make vegan ramen noodles, prepare the vegan creamy broth with a combination of miso paste and sesame paste. Moreover, you can use tofu instead of eggs as a topping and avoid eggs in the flour mixture.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I Make Gluten-Free Ramen Noodles?

Yes, you can make gluten-free ramen by using rice flour or gluten-free flour. Try using rice, buckwheat, or quinoa flour to make gluten-free noodles.

2. How Can I Make My Ramen Noodles Healthier?

You can make your ramen healthier by using whole wheat or buckwheat noodles. Additionally, add a load of spinach, bokchoy, protein source, mushrooms, and carrots to boost the vitamin and fiber content of the recipe.

3. What’s The Best Way To Store Leftover Ramen Noodles?

Ramen and leftovers don’t really align because most of the time there are no leftovers. Still, if you have some leftovers, store the broth and noodles separately in an airtight container. You can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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