Aahuti's Recipe
The Recipe for Shoyu Ramen Noodles:
SHOYU RAMEN NOODLES
- 2 packages of fresh noodles
FOR SHOYU SAUCE
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clover garlic(minced)
- 11-inch piece ginger(peeled and minced)
- ¼ cup of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cooking sake
- 1 cup dashi
- 2 ½ tablespoons mirin
- 1 cup ramen water(the water the ramen was cooked in)
TOPPINGS(OPTIONAL)
- 2 ramen eggs
- menma-pickled bamboo
- dry nori sheets
- chopped scallions
- ground white pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a small pot over medium high heat, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
2. Add the remaining ingredients for the soup- accept ramen water - and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes. Set aside.
3. Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Add ramen noodles to the boiling water and cook according to directions on the package. For fresh noodles, it shouldn’t be more than 2-3 minutes.
4. Before draining the noodles, scoop one cup of ramen water and add it to the shoyu soup. Stir.
5. Drain the noodles and divide them among two bowls.
6. Pour soup into a bowl and add desired toppings. Serve immediately.
Ramen noodles are one of the most popular and beloved dishes in the world. They are a staple in Japanese cuisine but have also gained widespread popularity in many other countries. Ramen is a dish that is both comforting and satisfying, with its warm broth, chewy noodles, and flavorful toppings. Ramen noodles are a dish that brings people together, and the experience of enjoying a bowl of ramen with friends or family is one that is truly special.