If you are craving a scrumptious bowl of hot piping homemade ramen, you are at the right place. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with rich umami flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. In this blog, we will share the best ramen recipe that will transport you to the streets of Tokyo.
Why is Ramen one of the Best Meals?
Ramen has gained popularity almost everywhere for all the right reasons. It stands out as one of the best meals because of its: –
- Rich and flavourful broth – The broth is the heart and soul of the ramen, whether it is a flavored chicken or pork broth or a vegetarian miso broth.
- Versatility and customization – Ramen offers an ocean of customization, be it for the noodles (wavy, thick, or thin), a selection of toppings, or broth. From eggs, seaweed, chicken, or an array of vegetables or spices for ramen, you can opt for anything and everything offering you the freedom to create a bowl of ramen that matches your personal taste.
- Comforting Nature – Ramen is almost everyone’s comfort food, something that feels like a warm hug on a cold, rainy day. The combination of the noodles, broth, and toppings creates a satisfying and nourishing experience that can evoke feelings of nostalgia and well-being.
Recipe for the Best Vegan Ramen
Ingredients
- 1 Shallot – minced
- 1-inch ginger – finely minced
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 4 cups water
- 4-56 cremini mushrooms
- ½ cube vegetable broth
- 3 shiitakes – fresh or rehydrated
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 2 tablespoons white miso
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon Gochujang
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt to taste
- 5 ounces of dry long noodles
- 1 piece pak choy
- 5 ounces of fried tofu, seitan
- Chopped green onions ( optional)
- 5 ounces of long dry noodles
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium flame. Once hot, saute garlic, shallots, and ginger for over two to three minutes.
- Next, add your mushrooms, both cremini and shiitakes. Saute them for two more minutes. Add water, vegetable broth cube, white miso, soy sauce, Gochujang, and sugar. You can also make your own vegetable broth at home using a variety of spices for ramen and other additional ingredients.
- At this time, you may also add the fried tofu.
- Bring the material to a boil. Rescue the heat to simmer and let it cook for at least ten to twelve minutes.
- In the meantime, saute the green vegetables in a different pan and cook the noodles as instructed on the packaging.
- Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning and salt as needed. The broth has to be salty and sweet, so feel free to add more salt as required. In case, there is extra salt, you can dilute it by adding some more water.
- Divide the drained noodles into two serving bowls and top with sauteed greens. Add the piping hot broth onto the vegan ramen noodles along with some mushrooms.
- Garnish the noodles with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and spice mix for a better and increased flavor.
Notes
- Feel free to change the amount of noodles, water, broth, or greens used in the homemade ramen recipe.
- Adding sesame seeds to the broth would add nuttiness to your ramen.
- You can use any substitute of mushrooms for the recipe, fresh or rehydrated mushrooms.
Wrapping Up
In conclusion, this wonderful vegan ramen recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a delightful and satisfying bowl of goodness and flavor in the comfort of your home. Whether you are a vegan or someone who wants to enjoy a delicious ramen adventure that will satisfy not only your taste buds but also your soul, this recipe is a must-try.
