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Spicy Tan-Tan Ramen: Discover a Flavor Explosion!

A delicious and spicy ramen dish featuring ground pork, bok choy, and a rich broth, perfect for those who love bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame paste or tahini
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste adjust to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons miso paste
  • 8 ounces ramen noodles
  • 2 cups bok choy chopped
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Soft-boiled eggs optional, for serving
  • Chili oil optional, for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the sesame paste, soy sauce, and chili paste, mixing well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the miso paste, stirring until the miso is fully dissolved. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the ramen noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes.
  6. In the last minute of cooking, add the chopped bok choy to the pot.
  7. Once the noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in the sesame oil.
  8. Serve the ramen hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a soft-boiled egg if desired. Drizzle with chili oil for extra heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute ground pork with crumbled tofu or tempeh and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Add additional vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, or snap peas for extra nutrition and flavor.

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