Teresa's Recipes
Braised Pork Belly Ramen
Experience a delightful and comforting bowl of Braised Pork Belly Ramen, a culinary masterpiece that hails from the heart of Japan. This sumptuous dish boasts succulent, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly that has been slowly braised to perfection. It swims in a rich, aromatic broth infused with ginger, garlic, and traditional Japanese condiments. This is complemented by springy ramen noodles, fresh vegetables, and a soft-boiled egg, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will take your palate on an unforgettable journey.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2, torn into pieces Nori sheets
- 1 cup Bean sprouts
- 2, sliced Green onions
- 2 Soft-boiled eggs
- 2 servings Ramen noodles
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup Mirin
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 1 lb Pork belly
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 2
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Calories: 890
- Fat: 60g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 4800mg
- Sugar: 14g
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir till the sugar is well dissolved.
- Add the pork belly to the pot and pour in enough water to cover the pork. Bring the mixture to a boil on medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the pork to simmer for about 2 hours, or until it is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove the pork belly from the pot and let it cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, slice the pork into thin pieces.
- In the same pot, add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- To assemble, divide the cooked ramen noodles between two large bowls. Pour the hot chicken broth over the noodles in each bowl.
- Top the noodles with the sliced pork belly, soft-boiled eggs, sliced green onions, bean sprouts, and torn nori sheets.
- Drizzle with sesame oil for an extra burst of flavor and serve hot. Enjoy the hearty and comforting bowl of homemade Braised Pork Belly Ramen!