Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu

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A deeply authentic Japanese ramen featuring a rich, cloudy broth made from 12-hour-simmered pork bones, topped with tender char siu and spring onions for a truly traditional experience. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 840 minutes pairs pork bones, water, thinly sliced ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 820 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.

★ 3.3 (13 ratings) Prep: 120 min Cook: 720 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 820 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place pork bones, water, ginger, and garlic in a large pot; bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, skimming off foam for the first 30 minutes until broth is clear and pale ivory.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 hours, adding soy sauce and mirin after 6 hours; strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding solids.
  3. Step 3: Bring strained broth to a simmer over medium heat, add ramen noodles, and cook for 3 minutes until al dente; drain, reserving 1/4 cup broth.
  4. Step 4: Divide noodles between bowls, top with char siu, spring onions, and soft-boiled eggs; ladle hot broth over top, drizzle with sesame oil, and serve immediately while steaming.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu take to make?

Total time is about 840 minutes (120 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 Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu?

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 Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu?

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 Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu 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 Slow-Simmered Pork Bone Ramen with Char Siu?

Japanese 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.

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