Rich, aromatic miso ramen from Hokkaido with a deep broth, curly noodles, and generous toppings.
Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, is famous for its rich, flavorful miso ramen — a style that uses generous amounts of miso paste, often enriched with miso butter and a touch of sesame oil. The broth is darker, more robust, and more flavorful than shoyu or tonkotsu ramen. Topped with seasoned bean sprouts (moyashi), a soft-boiled egg, corn, chashu (braised pork), and a dab of miso butter on the surface, it's a warming, comforting bowl that's especially beloved in Hokkaido's cold winters.
Serves 2
Simmer stock with aromatics (onion, garlic, ginger) for 30 minutes. Strain. Dissolve miso paste in a ladle with some hot broth, then whisk back into pot.
Add miso butter and sesame oil to the broth. Taste and adjust miso and salt. The broth should be rich and aromatic.
Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Cook fresh ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
Warm chashu in the broth. Season blanched bean sprouts lightly. Prepare soft-boiled eggs and corn.
Place noodles in bowls. Ladle hot miso broth over. Top with chashu, egg, corn, and bean sprouts. Top with a pat of miso butter and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve immediately.
The miso butter melting on top is key — it adds richness and aroma.
Don't boil the broth after adding miso, or the miso flavor becomes harsh.
Chashu should be tender and caramelized.
Use barley miso for a deeper, slightly sweet flavor
Add kikrage (black fungus) for texture
Top with spicy miso paste (spicy miso ramen)
Broth can be made 2 days ahead. Noodles and toppings are best fresh.
Hokkaido, especially the city of Asahikawa, is miso ramen's birthplace. The style developed in the 1950s and has become one of Japan's most beloved regional ramen styles.
Red miso (aka miso) or barley miso (mugi miso) are traditional. Avoid white miso, which is too mild.
Instant noodles are less ideal due to texture, but if necessary, use them. Fresh noodles are strongly preferred.
Per serving · 2 servings total
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