Homemade Miso Ramen (Printable Version)

Rich miso broth with noodles, shiitake, spinach, corn and a soft-boiled egg for a warm, satisfying dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Broth

01 - 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
02 - 3 tablespoons white miso paste
03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon mirin (optional)
08 - 1 teaspoon chili paste (optional)

→ Noodles

09 - 4 servings fresh or dried ramen noodles

→ Toppings

10 - 4 large eggs
11 - 2 cups shiitake or cremini mushrooms, sliced
12 - 1 cup baby spinach
13 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
14 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
15 - 1 sheet nori, cut into strips
16 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

# How To Make It:

01 - Bring a medium pot of water to a gentle boil. Lower the eggs in with a slotted spoon and simmer for 7 minutes for soft yolks. Transfer to an ice bath, cool, peel, and set aside.
02 - Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add grated ginger and minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Add sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they begin to soften and release their juices.
04 - Pour in the vegetable broth, add soy sauce and mirin, then bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
05 - Spoon a ladleful of hot broth into a small bowl and whisk in the miso paste until smooth. Stir the miso slurry back into the pot; add chili paste if using.
06 - Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce, miso, or salt to achieve a balanced savory profile.
07 - Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions until just tender. Drain and divide among serving bowls.
08 - If desired, briefly blanch the baby spinach and warm the corn in the hot broth or a separate pan so toppings are hot when served.
09 - Ladle the hot miso broth over the noodles. Arrange mushrooms, spinach, corn and halved soft-boiled egg atop each bowl.
10 - Garnish with sliced green onions, nori strips and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It’s a homemade ramen that feels like a secret weapon against dreary days.
  • Customizing toppings lets everyone at the table find their own perfect bowl.
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that dumping cold miso straight into the pot leads to stubborn lumps—always whisk it with warm broth first.
  • Leaving the eggs in hot water for even a minute too long guarantees solid yolks, so keep an eye on that timer.
03 -
  • Soaking sliced mushrooms in soy sauce for 10 minutes before sautéing amplifies their depth.
  • Finishing your bowl with a drizzle of chili oil or sesame oil right before eating creates a restaurant-level aroma.
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