How to Make the Perfect Japanese Miso Ramen Soup
Japanese · Medium · 35 min · 2 servings
This rich and warming miso ramen features a deeply savory broth built from white miso paste and dashi stock loaded with springy noodles and soft-boiled eggs. It is a soul-satisfying Japanese noodle soup that comes together in just 35 minutes at home.
Why this recipe works
This Japanese Miso Ramen Soup recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 490 calories with 24g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 liter dashi stock
- 200 g fresh ramen noodles
- 2 large eggs
- 100 g corn kernels
- 2 stalks green onions thinly sliced
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Soft Boil the Eggs
Bring a small pot of water to a boil and gently lower in the eggs. Cook for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for a jammy center. Transfer immediately to an ice water bath for 5 minutes, then peel and set aside.
Step 2: Heat the Dashi Broth
Pour the dashi stock into a medium saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Do not let it boil vigorously as this can muddy the clean flavor of the dashi. Keep it at a gentle bubble.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
Cook the fresh ramen noodles in a separate pot of boiling water according to package instructions, usually about 3 minutes. Drain well and divide between two deep serving bowls.
Step 4: Whisk Miso and Assemble
Ladle a small amount of hot dashi into a bowl with the miso paste and whisk until completely smooth and lump-free. Pour this mixture back into the pot of dashi and stir to combine. Do not boil after adding miso. Ladle the broth over the noodles and top with corn, halved soft-boiled eggs, and green onions.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- dashi stock → chicken broth for a non-traditional but still delicious base
- white miso paste → red miso paste for a stronger and more intense umami flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Boiling the soup after adding miso paste which destroys the beneficial probiotics and creates a bitter harsh taste
- Overcooking the soft-boiled eggs past the 7 minute mark which results in a fully hard yolk and loses the signature jammy center
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 490 calories, 24g protein, 58g carbs, 16g fat, 4g fiber.
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