Quick & Creamy Miso Butter Corn Ramen
Enjoy this comforting miso butter corn ramen inspired by Crayon Shin-chan. A rich, creamy miso broth topped with sweet corn and melting butter in minutes.
Miso butter corn ramen is a beloved combination in Japanese cuisine, famously originating in Hokkaido where dairy and corn are celebrated local staples. The addition of butter adds a rich, silky mouthfeel that perfectly mellows the savory punch of the miso. This quick, comforting version captures that magic using everyday instant ramen, making it a favorite even for characters in popular culture like the Nohara family.
Ingredients
- 1 pack instant ramen noodles
- 1 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 2 knobs butter
- 2 tbsp canned sweet corn kernels
- as needed hot water
Instructions
- 1Boil the noodles
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the instant ramen noodles and cook according to the package instructions until they are tender yet firm.
Tip: Keep an eye on the noodles to ensure they dont overcook, as they will continue to soften slightly in the hot soup base. - 2Prepare the miso base
In your serving bowl, add a tablespoon of miso paste and a teaspoon of minced garlic. These aromatics form the rich, savory foundation of your ramen broth.
Tip: Using fresh minced garlic provides a much more vibrant and pungent flavor compared to pre-jarred options. - 3Add the butter
Place a generous knob of butter into the bowl with your miso and garlic. The butter will melt into the hot broth, creating a silky, creamy texture that balances the saltiness of the miso.
Tip: Use high-quality unsalted butter to better control the final salt level of your ramen soup. - 4Create the soup
Carefully pour hot water—ideally from the noodle cooking pot—into the bowl. Use a spoon to stir continuously until the miso, butter, and garlic are completely dissolved into a fragrant, smooth soup.
Tip: Pouring the water slowly while stirring helps achieve a perfectly smooth emulsion without any clumps of miso. - 5Combine noodles and soup
Once the soup base is ready, lift the cooked noodles from the pot and transfer them directly into the serving bowl. Ensure they are well-coated with the miso-butter broth.
Tip: Drain excess water from the noodles before adding them to keep the broth concentrated and flavorful. - 6Add corn and serve
Finish the dish by adding a generous spoonful of sweet corn kernels over the noodles. The corn adds a bright, crunchy contrast to the savory, creamy ramen.
Tip: For an extra touch of richness, add one more small knob of butter on top of the corn just before serving.
