Description
A comforting and savory dumpling ramen bowl featuring tender soft-boiled eggs, fresh greens, and a flavorful miso-infused broth. This recipe combines easy-to-cook dumplings with nutritious vegetables and aromatic toppings to create a balanced, restaurant-quality ramen experience at home in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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Broth and Flavorings
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, sliced
Dumplings and Eggs
- 8 frozen or homemade dumplings
- 4 eggs
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 2 cups fresh spinach or baby bok choy
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Nori sheets, optional, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Soft-Boil the Eggs: Begin by boiling water in a medium saucepan. Once boiling, carefully add the eggs and boil them for exactly 6 minutes. Remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process and ensure they are perfectly soft-boiled.
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, add the chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, miso paste, sesame oil, minced garlic, and sliced ginger. Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium heat to develop deep, savory flavors.
- Cook the Dumplings: While the broth simmers, cook the dumplings according to their package instructions. This can be boiling, steaming, or pan-frying depending on your preference to achieve your desired texture.
- Wilt the Greens: Reduce the heat of the broth to low and add the fresh spinach or baby bok choy. Allow the greens to wilt gently for about 2-3 minutes, enriching the broth with fresh vegetable flavors.
- Peel and Slice Eggs: Peel the cooled soft-boiled eggs carefully and slice each in half to prepare for garnishing the bowls.
- Assemble the Ramen Bowls: Divide the simmering broth evenly among four bowls. Add cooked dumplings and wilted greens into each bowl for a hearty base.
- Add Toppings: Top each bowl with two halves of the soft-boiled eggs, sliced green onions, julienned carrot, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds to enhance both flavor and texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with optional nori sheets and fresh cilantro if desired for additional aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy the ramen at its best.
Notes
- You can customize the broth by adding chili oil or fresh chili slices for some heat.
- For a vegan version, use vegetable broth, omit eggs, and replace dumplings with a plant-based alternative.
- If using frozen dumplings, ensure they are cooked thoroughly to avoid any raw centers.
- Soft-boiled egg cooking time can be adjusted to preference; 6 minutes yields a slightly runny yolk.
- Extra toppings like mushrooms, corn, or bamboo shoots can be added for more texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
