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An easy ramen recipe starts with a good broth. You can make a homemade ramen broth or use store-bought. I love using vegetable broth for a light and fresh taste. Miso paste adds depth and umami. You only need a few tablespoons to change the flavor.

Easy Ramen Recipe

Create a delicious and quick dinner with this Easy Ramen Recipe, perfect for busy weeknights! Discover essential ingredients like flavorful broth, easy toppings, and fun variations to customize your bowl. Whether you're cooking for yourself or your family, this recipe offers the perfect balance of taste and convenience.
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Ingredients
  

4 cups vegetable broth

2 tablespoons miso paste (white or yellow)

2 packs of instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning packets)

1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced

1 cup bok choy, chopped

2 green onions, sliced

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon ginger, grated

Soft-boiled eggs (optional for topping)

Chili oil or flakes (for spiciness, optional)

Seaweed sheets (nori), cut into strips for garnish

Instructions
 

In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).

    Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes, until they soften.

      Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

        Stir in the miso paste until fully dissolved. Add the soy sauce, mixing well.

          Add the ramen noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions (usually around 3-4 minutes).

            In the last minute of cooking, add the chopped bok choy to the pot, allowing it to wilt but still retain some texture.

              Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed (more soy sauce for saltiness, more miso for depth).

                Once cooked, divide the ramen into bowls, ladle the broth and veggies over the noodles.

                  Top with soft-boiled eggs (cut in half for presentation), sliced green onions, strips of seaweed, and drizzle with chili oil or flakes if desired.

                    Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 2