Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg

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Rich and savory ramen broth gently simmered with grilled pork slices and topped with a perfectly soft-boiled egg and fresh scallions. This japanese-inspired noodles ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork belly slices, soy sauce, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill 8 oz pork belly slices for 3-4 minutes per side until edges are slightly crisp and pork is cooked through.
  2. Step 2: In a large pot, combine 4 cups dashi stock, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1-inch sliced fresh ginger, 3 smashed garlic cloves, and 3 dried shiitake mushrooms. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook gently for 25 minutes to develop flavor.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Carefully add 4 large eggs and boil for exactly 7 minutes for soft yolks. Transfer eggs to ice water and peel once cool.
  4. Step 4: Remove ginger, garlic, and mushrooms from broth. Slice grilled pork belly thinly and add to broth along with 1 tsp sesame oil.
  5. Step 5: Cook 4 servings fresh ramen noodles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender, then divide into bowls.
  6. Step 6: Ladle hot broth with pork over noodles, halve soft-boiled eggs and place on top, and garnish with 2 thinly sliced scallions. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled 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 pork belly slices from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled 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 Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled 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 Ramen Broth Simmered with Grilled Pork and Soft-Boiled 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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