Spicy Miso Ramen EXPRESS
Ingredients
- ** SPICY MISO PASTE
- 1/2 cup of white miso paste
130 grams
- 1/2 cup of red miso paste
130 grams
- 1/3 cup of sichuan douban chili paste
80 grams
- 1 small onion
cut into chunks, or 3/4 medium
- 6 cloves of garlic
smashed
- 2\" of ginger
cut into chunks, 33 grams
- 3 tablespoons of mirin
60 grams
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon dashi granules
- 2 teaspoons of sesame paste
17 grams
- ** SHOYU SOFT-BOILED EGGS
- 4 large free-range eggs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- ** GARLIC AND TOGARASHI OI
- 2 small shallots
finely minced
- 2 cloves of garlic
finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 1/2 tablespoons Japanese seven spice
shichimi togarashi
- 7.7 ounces of fatty ground pork
220 grams
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried shitake mushrooms
- 2 cups of unsalted chicken or pork stock
475 grams
- 1 cup of unsweetened
unflavoured soy milk, 227 grams
- 1/2 cup \n1/4 cup of spicy miso paste\n\n
- 2 servings of fresh ramen noodles
- 4 tablespoons finely diced scallions
- 1 sheet of nori/Japanese sushi seaweed
cut into rectangular sheets
Directions
- 1
TO MAKE THE SPICY MISO PASTE: Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smoothly pureed. You may need to stop and scrape the blender a few times to get it going in the beginning. Transfer the mixture into a pot and set over medium heat. Bring to a low simmer and keep cooking/stirring for another 5 min. Let it cool completely and store in an air-tight container in the fridge until needed.
- 2
NOTE: It’s important that you use unsalted, or minimally salted stock for this recipe. I always store homemade, unsalted chicken/pork stock in the freezer as it gives me total control of the seasoning in the final dishes. Whether you are using homemade or store-bought, if your stock already has a prominent saltiness to it, you’ll have to reduce the amount of spicy miso paste to accommodate which will reduce the miso-flavour in your soup. You’d be trading flavours with salt, see?
The type of soy milk may also make a difference. I prefer Asian-style unsweetened soy milk which tends to carry a stronger “tofu/soy bean” taste, but if that’s unavailable, American brands soy milk will do, too. Just make sure it isn’t sweetened, or flavoured with vanilla or etc.
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About this Recipe
Craving the complex, comforting flavors of authentic ramen but short on time? This Spicy Miso Ramen EXPRESS recipe delivers impressively delicious results in a fraction of the time, bringing that restaurant-quality experience right to your kitchen.
Why This Ramen Works So Well
The secret to this shortcut ramen lies in its intensely flavorful components, crafted to maximize taste without lengthy cooking. By building a rich spicy miso paste from both white and red miso, Sichuan douban chili paste, and aromatic vegetables, you create a deeply umami and fiery base. This, combined with the savory garlic and togarashi oil and perfectly prepared shoyu soft-boiled eggs, ensures every spoonful is packed with depth and spice.
Get ready for a bowl that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. You'll enjoy a robust, creamy broth with a balanced spiciness that awakens the palate, complemented by tender ground pork and perfectly al dente fresh ramen noodles. The rich, salty-sweet shoyu eggs add another layer of flavor and luxurious texture, while the aromatic chili oil provides a fragrant, warming kick. This express version proves that incredible ramen doesn't always require an all-day commitment.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the heat level by moderating the amount of Sichuan douban chili paste in your miso mixture. If authentic Asian sesame paste isn't available, tahini is a perfectly acceptable substitute to achieve that nutty depth. While Asian brands of unsweetened soy milk are preferred for their neutral flavor, regular unsweetened soy milk will also work to create a creamy broth. You can also experiment with different ground meats or plant-based alternatives.
This Spicy Miso Ramen EXPRESS is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat. Serve immediately, garnished generously with the finely diced scallions and sheets of nori to complete the authentic ramen experience.