Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth

Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth

4 servings
This tonkotsu ramen broth is easily prepared in an Instant Pot for the same flavorful dish prepared in much less time.

Ingredients

  • pork bones

    with meat

    1 lb
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • leeks

    chopped

    2 small
  • onion

    roughly chopped

    1
  • cloves garlic

    minced

    3 large
  • water

    divided

    5 c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • ground black pepper
    ½ tsp
  • dashi granules
    1 tsp
  • soy sauce
    1 tbsp
  • shiro miso

    white fermented soybean paste

    1 tbsp
  • fresh spinach
    ¼ c
  • packages ramen noodles
    2

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the pork bones into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook at a rolling boil for 5 minutes. Drain the pork bones into a colander in the sink and rinse well until water against the bones runs clear; this is the most important step of the process.

  2. 2

    Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Warm the olive oil in the pot. Add leeks, onion, and garlic. Saute until onion is clear and has begun to brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Turn Saute mode off.

  3. 3

    Place the cleaned pork bones into the inner pot on top of the onion mixture. Add 4 cups of water. Place the lid onto the Instant Pot, with the vent set to Sealing. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  4. 4

    Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes, or turn vent to Venting.

  5. 5

    Remove lid and carefully remove the inner pot. Strain the stock in a cheesecloth-lined colander that is placed on top of a large saucepan. Set aside. Remove any remaining meat from bones and set aside.

  6. 6

    Season strained broth with salt and pepper. Add in dashi and remaining 1 cup water. Stir in soy sauce. Bring broth to a slow boil over medium-low heat; turn heat down to a simmer. Scoop out 1/3 cup of the broth into a bowl. Add the miso into the bowl and "soften" the miso with a spoon, dissolving it into the broth. Return this paste to the saucepan. Mix paste into the broth and combine well. Add spinach to the broth. Continue simmering for 10 minutes (do not bring to a boil).

  7. 7

    Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a pot. Add ramen noodles and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse and place a good handful into a serving bowl. Pour tonkotsu broth into the bowl using a ladle. Add the pulled meat from the bones atop the noodles; add the spinach.

Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth

Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth

3.8(6)120 min4 servings436 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the rich, deeply savory experience of authentic tonkotsu ramen but daunted by the hours it takes? This Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth recipe transforms the traditional all-day process into an accessible meal, delivering restaurant-quality flavor in a fraction of the time. Get ready for a comforting bowl that will warm you from the inside out.

Why This Broth Works

The secret to this ramen's success lies in harnessing the power of the Instant Pot. By pressure cooking, the pork bones with meat are broken down efficiently, extracting all their rich marrow and collagen. This rapid process creates an incredibly flavorful, opaque broth that's thick, creamy, and packed with umami, mimicking the labor-intensive traditional methods in mere minutes of active cooking.

What truly sets this Instant Pot tonkotsu ramen apart is its balanced depth. You'll experience a luscious, milky broth that coats your tongue with pure pork essence, brightened by the aromatic leeks, onion, and garlic. The addition of dashi granules and shiro miso introduces layers of savory umami, creating a complex flavor profile that feels both traditional and incredibly satisfying. Served with tender ramen noodles and fresh spinach, it's a hearty and complete meal that feels indulgent yet is surprisingly simple to achieve.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe provides a fantastic base, feel free to make it your own. You can adjust the amount of dashi granules, soy sauce, or shiro miso to fine-tune the umami and saltiness to your personal preference. Experiment with different brands or styles of ramen noodles to find your favorite texture, or increase the fresh spinach for an extra boost of greens.

This Instant Pot Tonkotsu Ramen Broth makes for a perfect, cozy dinner, ideal for a chilly evening or a comforting weekend meal. Serve it simply in deep bowls, ensuring each serving gets plenty of the rich broth, noodles, and spinach.

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