Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg

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Rich ramen broth infused with soy and miso, topped with spicy ground pork, soft-boiled egg, and fresh scallions for a comforting bowl. This japanese-inspired noodles ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground pork, soy sauce, miso paste (red or white) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring 2 cups water to boil in a small pot. Gently add 2 large eggs and boil for exactly 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. Remove eggs and place in ice water bath to cool.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz ground pork to the pot and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up the meat until browned.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp miso paste, and 1 tbsp chili paste, cooking for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Step 5: Pour 4 cups chicken broth into the pot and bring to a simmer.
  6. Step 6: In a separate pot, cook 4 oz dried ramen noodles according to package instructions (typically 3-4 minutes), then drain.
  7. Step 7: Peel the cooled soft-boiled eggs and halve them lengthwise.
  8. Step 8: Divide cooked noodles between two bowls. Ladle hot broth and pork mixture over noodles.
  9. Step 9: Top each bowl with one soft-boiled egg half, 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, and 1/2 cup fresh bean sprouts. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy 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 ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy 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 Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy Pork and Soft-Boiled Egg 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 Soy-Miso Glazed Ramen with Spicy 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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