Best 2 Miso Squash Ramen Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing miso squash ramen, a harmonious blend of Japanese and Western flavors. This delectable dish features a rich and flavorful broth made from a combination of dashi, white miso paste, and roasted squash, offering a unique and comforting taste experience. Perfectly cooked ramen noodles provide a satisfying texture, while an array of toppings, including roasted squash, shiitake mushrooms, bok choy, and a soft-boiled egg, add vibrant colors, diverse textures, and an explosion of flavors. This comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists for the broth, noodles, and toppings, ensuring a seamless cooking process. Whether you're a seasoned ramen enthusiast or a novice home cook, this recipe will guide you towards creating an unforgettable and authentic miso squash ramen experience in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY MISO RAMEN



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Ramen is a Japanese-style bowl of broth and noodles. In this version, miso is added to an already rich broth and spiced with chiles. Adding miso to ramen broth makes a unique version that is dense, flavorful and delicious. Make Ramen Eggs and Chasu Pork Belly in advance to top the ramen.

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces ground pork
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
2 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for serving
4 pieces dried shiitakes
2 pieces konbu seaweed, about 6 by 8 inches each
7 tablespoons red miso paste (akamiso), or more to taste
1 tablespoon mirin
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
2 cups water
1 pound fresh wheat noodles, cooked according to the package directions
Serving suggestion: ramen eggs, chasu pork belly, bean sprouts and nori sheets

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, brown the pork for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, green onions, mushrooms and konbu until fragrant. Stir in the miso, sesame oil, mirin, sugar, salt, sesame oil, chile-garlic sauce and white pepper. Add the stock and water. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes (do not boil). Taste and adjust the seasoning. Remove the seaweed before serving.
  • Hold the broth warm while assembling the bowls; do not boil. Bring to a near boil just before serving over the noodles and garnishes such as ramen eggs, chashu pork belly, green onions, bean sprouts and nori sheets.

MISO RAMEN



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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Winter     Boil

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 22

Miso Base
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup minced onion
2 tablespoons grated ginger
1/4 cup minced garlic
1 cup ground pork (about 8 ounces)
1/2 cup shiro miso (white miso)
1/4 cup ada miso (red miso)
1/4 cup ground sesame seeds
5 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon tobanjan (Chinese chili paste)
3 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce
Miso Ramen
8 cups Ramen Chicken Stock (page 10)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 cups bean sprouts
2/3 cup garlic chives, cut into 1-inch lengths
4 (7-ounce) pieces frozen ramen noodles
1/2 cup drained canned sweet corn
4 teaspoons ground sesame seeds
Pinch of sansho pepper (Japanese pepper seedpods)
2 scallions, both white and green parts, thinly sliced on an angle

Steps:

  • To make the miso base, combine the sesame oil, onion, ginger, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring often, for 6 minutes, or until the ingredients are soft and fragrant. Mix in the ground pork and increase the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 6 to 7 minutes, or until the pork is completely cooked through.
  • Stir in both misos, the sesame seeds, hoisin sauce, tobanjan, and soy sauce, and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and set aside. Leftover miso base will keep refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • To make the ramen, combine the ramen chicken stock and 1 3/4 cups of the miso base in a pot set over high heat to make the miso broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover to keep warm. Place another large pot over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large, wide-bottomed pot over high heat. Add the bean sprouts and garlic chives and cook for 1 minute, stirring often. Add the miso broth and bring to a boil. Cook for 1 minute, then turn off the heat.
  • Add the ramen noodles to the boiling water and cook, following package instructions. Drain well and divide among 4 bowls. Top each with one-fourth of the broth and vegetables. Garnish each bowl with 2 tablespoons of the corn kernels, 1 teaspoon of the ground sesame seeds, the sansho pepper, and one-fourth of the sliced scallions. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • Choose the right squash. Butternut squash is a classic choice for this recipe, but you can also use kabocha squash or acorn squash. Look for a squash that is firm and heavy for its size.
  • Roast the squash before adding it to the ramen. Roasting the squash brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges. This adds a delicious depth of flavor to the dish.
  • Use a good quality miso paste. Miso paste is the key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a miso paste that is made with whole soybeans and has a rich, earthy flavor.
  • Don't boil the noodles for too long. Ramen noodles only take a few minutes to cook, so be careful not to overcook them. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Once your ramen is cooked, you can add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sliced green onions, shredded chicken or tofu, a soft-boiled egg, and nori sheets.

Conclusion:

Miso squash ramen is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover squash. So next time you're looking for a new ramen recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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