Keyphrase: Tokyo-Style Shoyu Ramen
Experience the comforting flavors of Tokyo with this classic Tokyo-Style Shoyu Ramen recipe. Featuring a clear, savory soy sauce-based broth, tender chashu pork, and all the traditional toppings, this bowl brings the taste of Japan right to your kitchen. Perfect for ramen lovers and anyone craving a warm, satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Broth
- 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 2 cups dashi stock (can use instant dashi granules)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1-inch piece ginger, sliced
- 1 green onion, chopped
Toppings
- 2 packs fresh ramen noodles (or 4 oz dried)
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- 4 slices chashu pork (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup menma (bamboo shoots), optional
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels, optional
For Serving
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chili oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, combine chicken broth, dashi, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, ginger, and green onion. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Strain out solids and keep broth hot.
- Cook the Noodles: Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Toppings: Soft-boil eggs (6–7 minutes), then cool, peel, and halve. Slice green onions and nori. Warm chashu pork slices in the broth or microwave.
- Assemble the Ramen: Divide noodles between two large bowls. Ladle hot broth over the noodles. Arrange chashu, egg halves, nori, menma, corn, and green onions on top.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and drizzle with chili oil if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips
- For extra depth, simmer the broth with a small piece of dried shiitake mushroom.
- Chashu pork can be made at home or purchased from Asian markets.
- Try adding a drizzle of garlic oil for a richer flavor.
FAQ
What is menma? Menma is fermented bamboo shoots, a classic ramen topping. You can find it at Asian grocery stores or order menma on Amazon.
Can I use store-bought broth? Yes! Just choose a good quality, low-sodium chicken broth for best results.
Looking for more Japanese recipes? Try our Chicken Katsu Donburi next!
