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Braised Pork Belly Ramen

Name: Braised Pork Belly Ramen
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Nori sheets', 'amount': '2, torn into pieces'}; {'ingredient': 'Bean sprouts', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Soft-boiled eggs', 'amount': '2'}; {'ingredient': 'Ramen noodles', 'amount': '2 servings'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Brown sugar', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Mirin', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Pork belly', 'amount': '1 lb'}

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.

Servings: 2

Ingredients

Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
Nori sheets: 2, torn into pieces
Bean sprouts: 1 cup
Green onions: 2, sliced
Soft-boiled eggs: 2
Ramen noodles: 2 servings
Chicken broth: 4 cups
Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated
Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
Mirin: 1/4 cup
Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
Pork belly: 1 lb

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!

Dietary Information

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