How long does it take to make this ramen?

The total time to make this ramen is 15 minutes.

What can I use instead of lard?

You can substitute lard with chicken fat.

How do I make the ajitama egg?

Boil the egg for 6-7 minutes, cool it in an ice bath, then peel and soak it in a mixture of shoyu, sake, and sugar for about 4-5 minutes.

Cheap, Quick and Easy Shoyu Ramen Recipe

Name: Cheap, Quick and Easy Shoyu Ramen Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 300 ml hot water; 1 Tbsp shoyu (Japanese soy sauce preferred); 1 tsp Chinese or Japanese chicken stock powder; 1 pinch grated ginger; 1 tsp lard (or chicken fat as a substitute); 1 Tbsp shoyu (for ajitama tare); 1 Tbsp sake; 1 tsp sugar; 1 egg for ajitama (boiled for 6-7 minutes)

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Original video by Way of Ramen on YouTube4:26

About this recipe

This Cheap, Quick and Easy Shoyu Ramen is perfect for those who want a delicious bowl of ramen without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that tastes great and is super easy to make.

The recipe features a simple broth made with hot water, shoyu (Japanese soy sauce), chicken stock powder, ginger, and lard, which adds a rich flavor. Plus, the quick ajitama egg adds a nice touch without the long soaking time usually required.

Ingredient notes

Use Japanese soy sauce for the best flavor, but Chinese soy sauce can work in a pinch.
You can substitute lard with chicken fat if you prefer.

Tips from Way of Ramen’s video

Poke a hole in the egg before boiling to prevent the whites from leaking out. This keeps your egg looking nice and intact.
Strain the noodles well after cooking to avoid diluting the soup with excess water.
Adjust the amount of soy sauce to your taste, as different brands can vary in saltiness.

Good to know

How long does it take to make this ramen?: The total time to make this ramen is 15 minutes.
What can I use instead of lard?: You can substitute lard with chicken fat.
How do I make the ajitama egg?: Boil the egg for 6-7 minutes, cool it in an ice bath, then peel and soak it in a mixture of shoyu, sake, and sugar for about 4-5 minutes.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Way of Ramen: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 1 servingsTime 15 minutes

Ingredients

300 ml hot water
1 Tbsp shoyu — Japanese soy sauce preferred
1 tsp Chinese or Japanese chicken stock powder
1 pinch grated ginger
1 tsp lard — or chicken fat as a substitute
1 Tbsp shoyu — for ajitama tare
1 Tbsp sake
1 tsp sugar
1 egg for ajitama — boiled for 6-7 minutes

Steps

1
Poke a hole into an egg and lower it into a pot of boiling water. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes.
2
Cool the egg down in an ice bath and peel it when it's cool.
3
In a small pan, add 1 tablespoon of shoyu, 1 tablespoon of sake, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Mix to combine over low heat.
4
When tiny bubbles start to form, add the peeled egg into the tare and roll it around in the sauce for about 4 to 5 minutes.
5
Get two pots of water boiling on the stove: one for the noodles and one for the soup.
6
While the water is boiling, slice up some green onions and grate a small knob of ginger.
7
In a bowl, add 1 tablespoon of shoyu, 1 teaspoon of chicken stock powder, sliced green onions, grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon of lard.
8
When the water is boiling, cook the ramen noodles according to the instructions.
9
When the noodles are almost done, add 300 ml of hot water into the bowl and stir everything together before adding the noodles.
10
Strain the noodles to remove excess water and add them to the bowl.
11
Top with ajitama, green onions, and nori as desired.