Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth
A creamy, rich tonkotsu broth made from slow-simmered pork bones, topped with spring onions and soft-boiled eggs for an authentic Japanese ramen experience. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 740 minutes pairs pork bones, garlic, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 750 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 kg pork bones
- 5 cloves garlic
- 10 g ginger
- 100 ml soy sauce
- 140 g ramen noodles
- 2 soft-boiled eggs
- 30 g spring onions
- 100 g chashu pork
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Place pork bones in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Skim off impurities for 30 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 18 hours, adding garlic and ginger during the last 2 hours.
- Step 2: Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding solids. Return to low heat and stir in soy sauce. Simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors, then remove from heat.
- Step 3: Cook ramen noodles in boiling salted water for 3 minutes until al dente. Divide noodles between two bowls, pour hot broth over noodles, and top with 1 chashu pork slice, 1 halved soft-boiled egg, 15 g sliced spring onions, and a drizzle of 1 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 4: Serve immediately with additional soy sauce and chili oil on the side for customization.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth take to make?
Total time is about 740 minutes (20 min prep + 720 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork bones from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Homestyle Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Bone Broth?
Asian asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
