Sapporo Ramen

Name: Sapporo Ramen
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Pork belly', 'amount': '1 pound'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Mirin', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sake', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken broth', 'amount': '6 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Dried shiitake mushrooms', 'amount': '4 pieces'}; {'ingredient': 'Dried kelp', 'amount': '1 piece (about 5 inches)'}; {'ingredient': 'Ramen noodles', 'amount': '4 servings'}; {'ingredient': 'Corn kernels', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Bean sprouts', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Nori seaweed', 'amount': '4 sheets, cut into strips'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '4, for soft-boiling'}

Sapporo Ramen is a beloved Japanese noodle dish hailing from Hokkaido, known for its hearty and flavorful miso-based broth. This dish is a comforting blend of tender chashu pork, vibrant toppings, and perfectly cooked ramen noodles. With each slurp, you'll experience the rich umami flavors that make this ramen a staple in Japanese cuisine. Ideal for a cozy night in or impressing guests, Sapporo Ramen brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Pork belly (1 pound)
Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
Mirin (2 tablespoons)
Sake (2 tablespoons)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
Chicken broth (6 cups)
Dried shiitake mushrooms (4 pieces)
Dried kelp (1 piece (about 5 inches))
Ramen noodles (4 servings)
Corn kernels (1 cup)
Bean sprouts (1 cup)
Nori seaweed (4 sheets, cut into strips)
Green onions (2, chopped)
Eggs (4, for soft-boiling)

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, mirin, and sake to make a marinade.
Place the pork belly in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the dried shiitake mushrooms and dried kelp. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the pork belly from the marinade and pat it dry with a paper towel. In a separate pan, sear the pork belly on all sides until browned. Then, transfer the seared pork belly to the pot with the broth and continue to simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and flavorful.
While the pork is simmering, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Once the pork is tender, remove it from the broth and let it cool slightly. Slice the pork into thin pieces, about 1/4 inch thick.
Strain the broth to remove the mushrooms and kelp, returning the clear broth to the pot to keep warm.
To soft-boil the eggs, bring a small pot of water to a gentle boil. Carefully add the eggs and cook for 6-7 minutes. Remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath for easy peeling.
To serve, divide the cooked ramen noodles into bowls. Pour the hot broth over the noodles. Top with sliced pork belly, chopped green onions, corn kernels, bean sprouts, sliced nori seaweed, and halved soft-boiled eggs.
Serve hot and enjoy the hearty, comforting flavors of Sapporo Ramen!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 2 hours • Calories: 550 • Fat: 30g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 5g

Sapporo Ramen

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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