Feel good vegetarian miso ramen | Recipe | Kitchen Stories (2024)

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Lisa Schölzel

Food Editor at Kitchen Stories

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"I developed this recipe to be the closest version of the restaurant ramen I’ve come to love so much for its ability to pick me up no matter the weather or the mood—and eating it reminds me of all the equally enriching conversations I’ve had in crowded ramen restaurants. Ramen is a varied, complex Japanese soup that chefs spend years mastering, so 100% truly authentic, this recipe is not. Instead, here’s a recipe that you can achieve at home with less ingredients, in a relatively short amount of time. Thanks to countless hours spent researching (including on the Youtube channel ‘Just One Cookbook’ by Nami, who gave me the decisive tip for the creamiest possible of vegan broths: soy milk) and even more hours spent testing, I’ve arrived at this vegetarian recipe, one that I’m happy with and I hope serves you as much! You can find dried kombu, dried shiitake mushrooms, and dried or fresh ramen noodles in most Asian supermarkets. While you’re there, I recommend picking up Gomasio, Japanese toasted sesame salt, which is excellent for finishing the dish! This recipe is part of “The Community Issue,” a collaboration with Infarm—the urban farming revolutionaries based in our Berlin community; with global reach across 10 countries and 30 cities. Check out their website for more information and to check if their 100% locally grown produce is available in your community."

Difficulty

Medium 👍

Preparation

45 min

Baking

0 min

Resting

0 min

Ingredients

120 g

ramen noodles

2 tbsp

white miso paste

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

300 ml

water

¼ sheet

kombu

2

dried shiitake mushrooms

15 g

ginger

2

garlic

2

scallions

2

eggs

100 g

shiitake mushrooms

2

bok choy

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 tsp

Sriracha

1 tsp

agave nectar

2 tbsp

soy sauce

300 ml

soy milk

scallion (for garnish)

cilantro (for garnish)

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Utensils

liquid measuring cup, 2 pots (small), slotted spoon, frying pan, food processor, knife, cutting board, pot (large), cooking spoon, pot, colander

Nutrition per serving

Cal750

Fat31 g

Protein26 g

Carb100 g

  • Step 1/5

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    • 300 ml water
    • ¼ sheet kombu
    • 2 dried shiitake mushrooms
    • liquid measuring cup
    • pot (small)
    • slotted spoon

    For the vegetarian dashi broth, add water, kombu and dried shiitake mushrooms to a measuring cup. Leave to sit for at least 30 min. In the meantime, continue with step 2. Then, once the 30 min has elapsed, add the dashi broth, plus the kombu and dried shiitake to a small pot and heat up over medium-high heat to intensify the flavor. Just before it reaches a boil, remove the kombu and mushrooms, turn off the heat and set aside for later.

  • Step 2/5

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    • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
    • 15 g ginger
    • 2 garlic
    • 2 scallions
    • 2 eggs
    • 100 g shiitake mushrooms
    • 2 bok choy
    • frying pan
    • food processor
    • knife
    • cutting board
    • pot (small)

    In a frying pan roast the sesame seeds until golden brown. Add to a food processor and pulse or grind finely with a mortar and pestle. Finely chop ginger and garlic, slice scallions into fine rings, separating the whites from the greens. Slice the fresh shiitake mushrooms and slice cut the pak choi lengthwise into quarters. Soft-boil the eggs by adding them to a saucepan boiling water and letting cook 6.5 min. before draining, and cooling under cold running water.

  • Step 3/5

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    • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 1 tsp Sriracha
    • 2 tbsp white miso paste
    • 1 tsp agave nectar
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 300 ml soy milk
    • pot (large)
    • cooking spoon

    Heat vegetable or sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the shiitake mushrooms, remove and set aside. Add extra oil if needed, then add garlic, ginger and the white of the scallions in the same pot and sauté approx. 2 min. Add Sriracha, miso paste, agave nectar, soy sauce and ground sesame seeds. Sauté briefly. Now add the soy milk, stirring to remove any paste from the bottom of the pot.

  • Step 4/5

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    • 120 g ramen noodles
    • pot
    • colander

    For a 2-person portion, add 200 ml/0,8 cup of the dashi broth and bring to boil. Reduce the heat and continue to simmer gently. In the meantime, prepare the ramen noodles according to the packing instructions. In the last minute, add the pak choi, blanch and drain.

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    • scallion (for garnish)
    • cilantro (for garnish)

    Divide the noodles and pak choi between two serving bowls. Pour the broth evenly on top. Garnish with shiitake mushrooms, halved waxy eggs and the green of the spring onions. Finish with fresh herbs, such as coriander, and gomasio (sesame salt) if you have it, or more sesame seeds. Enjoy!

  • Enjoy your meal!

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  • #japanese
  • #noodles
  • #main
  • #comfort food
  • #Meatless
  • #savory
  • #mushrooms
  • #for two
  • #soy eproducts
  • #grains
  • #herbs
  • #vegetables
Feel good vegetarian miso ramen | Recipe | Kitchen Stories (2024)

FAQs

Is vegetarian miso ramen healthy? ›

Miso contains a particular strain of probiotics called “Aspergillus oryzae,” and they're great for your gut. Having a healthy gut is known to be linked to our overall mental and physical wellness. Soy miso is also a good source of fiber and protein, and a great way to increase your overall nourishment.

What is the difference between miso soup and miso ramen? ›

For one, ramen is made with wheat noodles while miso soup is made with rice noodles. Ramen also has a stronger flavour due to the addition of meat and vegetables, while miso soup is more delicate. Finally, ramen is typically served in a broth, while miso soup is more like a soup or stew.

Is miso ramen vegetarian in Japan? ›

if you order miso, shio, or shoyu ramen. You will get a vegetarian broth. But when you order tonkotsu ramen it is not. But these other broths also depend on the restaurant because each place may differ slightly.

How many calories are in veggie miso ramen? ›

Our vegetarian miso ramen noodle cup about 200 calories per cup, or slightly higher depending on the toppings you add to the delicious soup option. It's rich, thick, and sure to fill you right up.

What is the healthiest type of ramen? ›

Shoyu ramen is one of the most popular types of ramen, and on the lower end of the calorie spectrum. You can recognize it by its light, clear, and brown color, which it gets from the shoyu (soy sauce) that's added to its chicken broth. Shoyu ramen is a pretty “neutral” ramen because it's not overly thick or creamy.

Is it safe to eat ramen as a vegetarian? ›

The key here is a slow, prolonged cooking process, which deepens the broth's flavor and body. In the realm of ramen, the sauces are often seasoned with staples like soy sauce (or tamari) and miso, both of which are derived from soybeans and are free from animal products, making them vegetarian and vegan friendly.

Can a vegetarian survive in Japan? ›

Being a vegetarian or vegan in Japan is a challenge, but veggie travelers shouldn't be deterred because there is plenty to keep you well-fed. Japanese cuisine is known for its heavy use of meat and fish, and even stocks and sauces usually have some ingredients containing meat.

What makes miso not vegetarian? ›

Miso soup isn't vegan because it is often made with a dashi-based broth, which is fish based.

Is vegetarian ramen common in Japan? ›

Most restaurants don't have a vegetarian option, and dashi (fish stock) is a widely used ingredient in Japanese cooking, so it's quite difficult to avoid.

Is miso ramen healthier? ›

Miso soup contains several beneficial vitamins, minerals, and components that may improve your gut and heart health and may lower your risk of cancer. If you are on a low-salt diet, read the label on packaged miso soup to choose one that's low in sodium.

What is vegetarian miso ramen? ›

Vegetarian miso ramen is an easy, gut healthy ramen recipe filled with miso, garlic, ginger, sh*take mushrooms, kale and a soft boiled egg. Easily adapted to vegan by swapping the egg for tofu, this comforting noodle bowl is ready to eat in 15 minutes.

Is miso ramen good for you? ›

Miso soup contains several beneficial vitamins, minerals, and components that may improve your gut and heart health and may lower your risk of cancer. If you are on a low-salt diet, read the label on packaged miso soup to choose one that's low in sodium.

Are miso noodles healthy? ›

Being made from soya beans, miso offers an array of vitamins, minerals and plant compounds, including isoflavones. The fermentation process used to produce miso may be especially helpful as it helps support digestion and may enhance immunity.

Is instant miso still healthy? ›

It's hard to say what “healthy” means but, in general, instant miso soup is good and healthy for your health. Miso is a fermented ingredient. Vegetables that have been dried are high in fiber. Some people were concerned that Miso paste might contain MSG.

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