Spicy Miso Ramen

Name: Spicy Miso Ramen
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Ramen noodles', 'amount': '2 servings'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Red miso paste', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Sriracha sauce', 'amount': '1-2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken or vegetable broth', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Firm tofu', 'amount': '1 cup, cubed'}; {'ingredient': 'Bean sprouts', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Nori sheets', 'amount': '2 sheets, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Soft-boiled eggs', 'amount': '2 (optional, for topping)'}

Indulge in a bowl of Spicy Miso Ramen, a delightful Japanese noodle soup that brings warmth and comfort with every slurp. This dish features a rich, umami-packed broth made from red miso paste, infused with aromatic ginger and garlic, and enhanced with a fiery kick of Sriracha. Topped with fresh bean sprouts, silky tofu, and a sprinkle of green onions, this ramen is not just a meal; it's an experience that captures the heart of Japanese cuisine. Traditionally, ramen originated from Chinese wheat noodles, evolving into a beloved staple in Japan, where countless regional variations have emerged. This spicy rendition is sure to awaken your taste buds and nourish your soul.

Servings: 2

Ingredients

Ramen noodles (2 servings)
Vegetable oil (1 tablespoon)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
Red miso paste (3 tablespoons)
Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
Sriracha sauce (1-2 tablespoons (adjust to taste))
Chicken or vegetable broth (4 cups)
Firm tofu (1 cup, cubed)
Bean sprouts (1 cup)
Green onions (2, sliced)
Nori sheets (2 sheets, shredded)
Soft-boiled eggs (2 (optional, for topping))

Instructions

Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red miso paste, soy sauce, and Sriracha sauce, mixing well to combine the flavors.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the cubed tofu to the pot and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Divide the cooked ramen noodles into serving bowls.
Ladle the spicy miso broth over the noodles, ensuring each bowl gets a good amount of tofu.
Top each bowl with fresh bean sprouts, sliced green onions, shredded nori sheets, and optionally, a soft-boiled egg for extra richness.
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade spicy miso ramen!

Dietary Information

Servings: 2 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 480 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 50g • Protein: 18g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 2g

Spicy Miso Ramen

Servings: 2

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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