Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions

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A faster home-style Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen that combines a creamy pork and vegetable broth with sweet corn and fresh scallions for a balanced flavor. This japanese ready in about 265 minutes pairs pork neck bones, medium carrots, chopped, large onion, quartered for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 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: 250 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 3 lbs pork neck bones, 2 chopped carrots, 1 quartered onion, 4 smashed garlic cloves, and 10 cups water in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 4 hours, skimming frequently to achieve a creamy broth.
  2. Step 2: Strain broth and discard solids. Stir in 1/2 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp sugar, then keep warm.
  3. Step 3: Cook 10 oz thin ramen noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender, then drain.
  4. Step 4: Divide noodles into 4 bowls. Top each with 3/4 cup sweet corn kernels, 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, and 1 halved soft-boiled egg.
  5. Step 5: Ladle hot broth over noodles and toppings, serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 265 minutes (15 min prep + 250 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 Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions?

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 neck bones from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions?

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 Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions 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 Quick Vegetable Stock Shoyu Tonkotsu Ramen with Corn and Scallions?

Japanese japanese 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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