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Black Garlic Ramen

A steaming bowl of ramen with rich black garlic flavor, silky noodles, and fresh toppings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons black garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 8 oz ramen noodles
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs
  • 1 cup bok choy chopped
  • 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Strainer
  • Soup ladle
  • Chopping board and knife

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, black garlic paste, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  2. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. In a separate medium saucepan, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions.
  4. While the noodles cook, slice the green onions and shiitake mushrooms.
  5. Add the chopped bok choy to the simmering broth and let it cook for about 2 minutes.
  6. Once the noodles are done, drain and add them to the pot with the broth and bok choy.
  7. Divide the ramen into bowls, then top each with sliced green onions, soft-boiled eggs, and shiitake mushrooms.
  8. Drizzle with chili oil if desired, and enjoy your creation!

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the eggs.