Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly and Soft-Boiled Egg

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A rich, flavorful bowl of ramen featuring tender braised pork belly, spicy broth, and a perfectly soft-boiled egg for a satisfying, comforting meal. This japanese-inspired pork ready in about 85 minutes pairs soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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: 20 min Cook: 65 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, add 1 lb pork belly pieces, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1-inch sliced ginger. Add 6 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour until pork is tender.
  2. Step 2: While pork simmers, cook 4 servings dried ramen noodles according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Prepare 4 soft-boiled eggs by boiling eggs in gently boiling water for 7 minutes, then transferring to ice water to cool before peeling.
  4. Step 4: Stir 1 tbsp gochujang and 1 tsp sesame oil into the pork broth to add spice and depth. Remove ginger slices.
  5. Step 5: Divide noodles into four bowls and ladle the hot pork and broth over them, top each with tender pork belly pieces and a halved soft-boiled egg.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup sliced scallions and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly and Soft-Boiled Egg take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (20 min prep + 65 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 Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly 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 Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly 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 Spiced Ramen with Pork Belly and Soft-Boiled Egg?

Japanese pork 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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