Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg

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A savory miso ramen broth enhanced with ground pork sautéed in chili paste, topped with a perfectly soft boiled egg and crunchy scallions. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken stock, white miso paste, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 300 g ground pork, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced ginger; sauté for 5 minutes until pork is browned and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp chili paste and 2 tbsp soy sauce, cook for another 2 minutes to combine flavors, then remove from heat.
  3. Step 3: In a large pot, bring 6 cups chicken stock to a simmer. Whisk in 4 tbsp white miso paste until fully dissolved and warm, but do not boil.
  4. Step 4: Cook 300 g ramen noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender, then drain.
  5. Step 5: Divide noodles into 4 bowls. Ladle the miso broth over, then spoon the spicy ground pork mixture evenly on top.
  6. Step 6: Halve 4 soft boiled eggs and place one half on each bowl. Garnish with 1/4 cup bean sprouts, 1 sheet nori, 3 thinly sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg?

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 chicken stock from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg?

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 Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Miso-Infused Ramen with Spicy Ground Pork and Soft Egg?

Japanese noodles 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.

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