Creamy Miso Soy Milk Ramen
A rich and savory ramen experience, featuring a creamy soy milk and miso broth topped with seasoned ground pork, fresh scallions, and a silky raw egg yolk.
This unique ramen recipe bridges traditional Japanese miso flavors with a contemporary, velvety broth base made from soy milk. The combination creates a luxurious, nutty texture that pairs perfectly with the savory, spiced ground pork. Finished with a raw egg yolk that emulsifies into the broth, each bowl is a complex and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 200 g ramen noodles
- 150 g ground pork
- 150 ml unsweetened soy milk
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp sesame paste
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp bean paste
- 1 tsp soybean paste
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 small piece ginger
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 egg
- to taste chili oil
- to taste sesame seeds
- optional lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1Prepare the aromatics
Mince the green onions, garlic, and ginger finely to create a fragrant base for the pork. Using fresh ingredients ensures the best flavor for the sauce.
Tip: For a consistent texture, ensure your knife is sharp when mincing the garlic and ginger. - 2Cook the ground pork
Add the ground pork to a hot pan. Stir-fry over medium heat until the pork is thoroughly browned and cooked through.
Tip: Break up the pork with your spatula to ensure it browns evenly. - 3Season the pork
Once the pork is browned, add the previously minced aromatics, bean paste, and soybean paste to the pan. Stir-fry everything until the mixture is fragrant and the sauces are evenly coated.
Tip: Keep the heat controlled to avoid burning the bean paste. - 4Prepare the soup base
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sesame paste, peanut butter, and miso paste. Gradually add a small amount of water to create a smooth, emulsified sauce base.
Tip: Ensure the paste mixture is completely lump-free for a creamy broth texture. - 5Boil the ramen noodles
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the ramen noodles. Cook according to the package instructions until they reach your desired texture.
Tip: Do not overcook the noodles, as they will soften slightly when added to the hot soup. - 6Rinse the noodles
Immediately after cooking, transfer the noodles to a bowl of cold water. Rinse them briefly to stop the cooking process and remove excess surface starch.
Tip: A quick rinse helps keep the noodles firm and prevents them from sticking together. - 7Add the Miso Base
Place a spoonful of the prepared miso, sesame, and peanut butter sauce mixture into the bottom of a serving bowl. This rich paste will form the flavorful foundation of your ramen broth.
Tip: Ensure the paste is well-mixed before adding it to the bowl so the flavors distribute evenly. - 8Add the Soy Milk
Pour 150ml of soy milk into the serving bowl with the miso paste. Stir the mixture together until the paste is fully dissolved and the liquid becomes a smooth, creamy, and cloudy broth.
Tip: Use unsweetened soy milk to prevent the broth from becoming overly sweet and clashing with the savory ingredients. - 9Add the Noodles
Take the boiled and rinsed ramen noodles and place them directly into the serving bowl with the creamy miso and soy milk broth. Gently fold the noodles so they sit neatly in the liquid.
Tip: Rinsing the cooked noodles briefly in cold water stops the cooking process and gives them a firmer, chewier texture. - 10Top with Stir-Fried Pork
Spoon a generous portion of the savory stir-fried ground pork mixture over the center of the noodles. The rich bean paste flavors from the meat will seep into the creamy broth.
Tip: Keep the pork clustered in the center of the bowl for a beautiful presentation before mixing it in to eat. - 11Garnish with Green Onions
Sprinkle a generous handful of freshly chopped green onions over the top of the savory pork and noodles. Add a drizzle of chili oil around the edges for a vibrant pop of color and heat.
Tip: The fresh bite of the green onions will cut through the richness of the pork and sesame-miso broth. - 12Add the Final Egg Yolk
Carefully crack a raw egg and place the yolk gently onto the center of the stir-fried pork. When broken, the rich, golden yolk will mix into the noodles and broth, adding incredible creaminess.
Tip: Ensure your eggs are fresh and safe for raw consumption, or substitute with a soft-boiled egg if preferred.
