Authentic Japanese Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg

Ingredients

• 8 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon sake
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

• 14 ounces ramen noodles, fresh or dried

• 4 large eggs, soft-boiled
• 4 sheets nori, cut into strips
• 1 cup bamboo shoots, sliced
• 2 stalks scallions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Method

1. 01
   In a large pot, combine chicken stock, soy sauce, mirin, sake, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. 02
   Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. 03
   Meanwhile, prepare a pot of boiling water. Gently place eggs in the water and boil for 6 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. Remove and place in an ice bath to cool.
4. 04
   In another pot, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. 05
   Remove ginger and garlic from the broth and add sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce if needed.
6. 06
   Peel the cooled eggs and slice them in half.
7. 07
   Divide cooked noodles into 4 bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
8. 08
   Top each bowl with a soft-boiled egg, nori strips, bamboo shoots, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds.
9. 09
   Serve immediately and enjoy your authentic Japanese ramen with soft-boiled egg.