5 Fast Ramen Recipes To Make At Home

There are few dishes that compare to the freshness, textures and colors of ramen. Designed to be highly versatile in both ingredients and flavors, ramen has been perfected over centuries. Originating in Japan, it’s flavors and creativity have been celebrated world wide. And while most quality ramen comes from restaurants, it doesn’t have to. Looking to bring this bright and color dish to your dinner table? Here are 5 fast ramen recipes to make at home.

This recipe is a sweet tender way to liven up your ramen.

1. Chicken Ramen

While most of us are familiar with the chicken top ramen, real chicken ramen is beyond comparison. And while the prep work can take more than 2 minutes and boiling water, the flavors are undeniably fresh and delicious. With the tender meat of chicken, soft texture of mushrooms, and the hot kick of green chilies, this recipe is a must try for any ramen craving.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, be sure to leave the skin on
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 tbsp butter, unsalted
2 tbsp ginger, minced
2 tsp sesame oil
2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
3 tsp soy sauce, preferably low sodium ( the salt will come in later)
2 tsp mirin ( if you can’t find a dry white wine will work)
4 cups chicken stock
½ package of shiitake mushrooms, dried
2 eggs
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 packs dried ramen noodles
2 thai green chilies

Directions

Begin by preheating your oven to 375F. Season your chicken with your salt and pepper. Take a large skillet over medium high heat and proceed to melt your butter. Next, add your chicken skin side down and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes. The skin should turn a beautiful golden brown. Flip your chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Place your skillet in the oven and bake your chicken for 15 to 20 minutes to ensure the chicken is cooked through. Remove from heat and transfer to a plate. Set foil on top to keep it warm while you prepare the other ingredients. To make your broth, begin by taking a large pot, heat your oil over medium high heat. Wait until it is shimmering before adding your garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until soft and aromatic. Add your soy sauce and mirin. Cook for an additional minute. Add your stock and bring to a rolling boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes before adding in your dried mushrooms. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes and season with salt. Soft boil your eggs in the meantime. Assemble your ramen bowls. Serve and enjoy.

Pork Tonkotsu ramen is a great way to satisfy that fried craving.

2. Pork Tonkotsu Ramen

This recipe is for those who are looking for a little more out of their next ramen bowl. Tonkotsu in short terms, loosely translates to fried. Pork tonkotsu ramen is essentially fried pork ramen. And the meat is utterly tender and delicious. While this dish does require a little more skill, the rewards are well worth it in every bite.

Ingredients

Chashu Pork Belly

2lb pork belly, rolled and tied
¼ cup soy sauce
½ cup sake
½ cup mirin
3 cloves of garlic, peeled and left whole
2 green onions, finely chopped
¼ cup sugar

Soy bacon tare

2 slices of bacon
¼ cup soy sauce
2 splashes of mirin
2 splashes of sake
4 tbsp miso paste

Ramen

Ramen noodles

Directions

Begin by combining all the ingredients for the chashu pork in a large Ziploc bag. Place the pork belly in and let marinate. Be sure to get as much out as possible before sealing. Let it marinate for at least 12 hours. Remove pork from the bag and let the chashu pork come up to room temp. Slice across the pork. Combine all the ingredients for your soy bacon tare and remove the bacon. Soft boil your eggs and let cool until you are able to peel them. Cook the ramen noodles according to the directions on the package. Assemble your ramen into bowls. Serve and enjoy.

This hot delight is a perfect way to spice up your life.

3. Sriracha Ramen

This ramen is not for the faint of heart, but if you’re a spice lover like me, you will certainly not be disappointed. This fabulous ramen recipe is not only sweet, hot and delicious, it’s color is gorgeous. If you want a ramen that will both turn heads with spice and beauty, try this sriracha ramen.

Ingredients

1 small yellow onion, diced
2 tbsp sriracha
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp ginger, grated
5 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
1 pinch garlic powder
1 pinch celery salt
4 cups vegetable broth, low sodium
2 cups water
1 dash soy sauce
1 dash rice vinegar
3 packages of dried ramen noodles
2 scallions, finely chopped
4 eggs, poached or soft boiled
1 small bunch cilantro for garnish, chopped

Directions

Begin by combining the sesame oil and sriracha to a large pot over medium heat. Simmer before adding in your onion and cook until aromatic and soft. Next, add your ginger, garlic and other seasonings. Cook for 2 minutes before adding your water. Transfer to a blender and blend until smooth before placing back into the pot. Bring back to a rolling simmer before adding your soy sauce and vinegar. Simmer for an additional 8 minutes. Add your ramen to the broth and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the noodles have softened. Assemble your bowls. Serve and enjoy.

This recipe is delightfully sweet and tangy.

4. Shrimp Ramen

Are you looking for a ramen that is both savory and tender? Shrimp ramen is a perfect recipe, a balance between delicate meat and savory flavor. When you’re looking for something tender and warm, you will not be disappointed with this shrimp ramen recipe.

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Ingredients

5 slices of bacon, chopped
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
1 packaged shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
6 cups of chicken broth
1 dash soy sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
2 packages of dried ramen noodles
1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 chives, finely chopped

Directions

Take a medium saucepan and heat over medium high heat. Place your bacon and stir until golden brown, this should take about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and add bacon fat to the pan. Stir in garlic and cook for about 3 minutes until golden. Add in your mushrooms and cook until soft and brown for 6 minutes. Next, stir in your chicken broth, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a rolling boil. Add in your ramen noodles and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the shrimp to the broth and cook through for about 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with your chives and enjoy.

This vegetarian friendly way to eat your veggies.

5. Vegetarian Ramen

I know what you might be thinking, why is all this ramen not vegetarian friendly? While any of these recipes can be tailored towards being vegetarian, this dish was born to it. When you’re looking for something delicious to fit your dietary needs, this ramen is a must try.

Ingredients

1 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp ginger, grated
2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
4 cups vegetable broth
½ cup shiitake mushrooms
2 eggs(optional)
1 cup baby spinach
1 dash hot sauce
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 carrot, shredded
1 pinch sesame seeds

Directions

Begin by heating your sesame oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Next, add in your garlic and ginger and cook for about a minute until fragrant and soft. Add in your mirin and soy sauce and cook for an additional minute. Add the stock and bring to a rolling simmer for 5 minutes. In another pot, bring your water to a rolling boil. Add your eggs and cook for 7 minutes. Remove eggs and place in an ice water bath. When cool enough, peel the eggs. In a small pan, wilt your spinach on low heat. Cook your ramen according to the packaging directions. Assembly your ramen. Serve and enjoy.