Description
Quick Shoyu Ramen is a comforting, flavorful Japanese noodle soup featuring a savory soy sauce-based broth, tender ramen noodles, and fresh toppings like soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and mushrooms. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be easily customized with proteins and veggies, offering a warm, satisfying meal with rich umami flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ramen Noodles: 4 ounces fresh or dried
- Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup
- Chicken or Vegetable Broth: 4 cups
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, grated
- Green Onions: 2 stalks, chopped
- Sliced Mushrooms: 1 cup
- Soft-Boiled Eggs: 2
- Sesame Oil: 1 teaspoon
Optional Variations
- Tofu or extra mushrooms for vegetarian version
- Chili oil or red pepper flakes for spice
- Shrimp, pork belly, or grilled chicken for protein variations
- Rice noodles and tamari for gluten-free option
- Baby spinach, bok choy, or kale for extra greens
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Heat 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth in a pot. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, allowing them to infuse for a few minutes to build a fragrant and flavorful base.
- Add Soy Sauce and Mushrooms: Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Stir and simmer gently to deepen umami flavors and soften the mushrooms.
- Cook the Noodles: In a separate pot, cook 4 ounces of ramen noodles according to package instructions until tender yet bouncy. Drain and set aside.
- Soft-Boil the Eggs: Boil 2 eggs for 6-7 minutes, then immediately cool under cold water. Peel carefully to retain creamy yolks.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide cooked noodles into bowls. Ladle hot broth with mushrooms over noodles. Top each bowl with halved soft-boiled eggs, chopped green onions, and drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil on top.
Notes
- Use Fresh Aromatics: Fresh garlic and ginger enhance the broth’s flavor compared to powders.
- Simmer Gently: Maintain a low simmer to preserve delicate flavors and avoid bitterness.
- Don’t Overcook Noodles: Keep noodles tender yet slightly firm for the best texture.
- Customize Salt Levels: Adjust soy sauce quantity because brands vary in saltiness.
- Prepare Toppings Ahead: Soft-boil eggs and chop garnishes before busy nights for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: shoyu ramen, quick ramen, Japanese noodles, soy sauce broth, easy ramen recipe, comfort food, vegetarian ramen, gluten free ramen
