Introduction

Authentic Japanese ramen is a flavorful and comforting dish that is beloved worldwide. Making it at home allows you to customize the flavors to your liking and enjoy a truly authentic experience. Here’s a simple recipe to create delicious Japanese ramen right in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

For the broth:
– 2 pounds pork neck bones
– 1 pound chicken bones
– 8 cups water
– 1 onion, halved
– 4 garlic cloves, smashed
– 3-inch piece of ginger, sliced
– 2 dried shiitake mushrooms
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon mirin
– 1 tablespoon sake
– Salt to taste

For the ramen:
– Fresh ramen noodles
– Chashu pork slices
– Soft-boiled eggs
– Bamboo shoots
– Nori (seaweed)
– Green onions
– Sesame seeds
– Chili oil (optional)

Directions

1. Start by making the broth. In a large pot, add the pork and chicken bones, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Let it boil for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse the bones under cold water.

2. Clean the pot, return the bones to it, and add 8 cups of water, onion, garlic, ginger, and shiitake mushrooms. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for at least 6 hours, skimming any impurities that rise to the surface.

3. Once the broth has simmered, remove the bones and vegetables, and strain the broth through a fine-mesh strainer. Return the broth to the pot and add soy sauce, mirin, sake, and salt, adjusting the seasoning to taste.

4. Prepare the toppings by slicing the chashu pork, boiling and peeling the eggs, and preparing any other desired ingredients.

5. Cook the fresh ramen noodles according to the package instructions and place them in serving bowls.

6. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles, then arrange the toppings on top. Garnish with green onions, nori, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.

7. Serve the homemade Japanese ramen immediately and enjoy the rich and authentic flavors!