Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
12 ounce

Pork Sausage

crumbled

1 inch

Fresh Ginger

cut in half

4 unit

Shiitake Mushrooms

1 bunch

Scallions

white parts halved, green parts sliced

2 quart

Chicken Stock

0.25 cup

Mirin

2 tbsp

Soy Sauce

2 tsp

Sugar

1 bunch

Collard Greens

roughly chopped

4 unit

Fresh Ramen Noodles

1 cup

Corn

4 unit

Eggs

soft boiled

1 cup

Bamboo Shoots

1 tsp

Sesame Seeds

Step 1
~3 min

Crumble pork sausage in a large saucepan or stock pot over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add ginger and the white parts of scallions when the sausage begins to render.

Step 3
~3 min

Add shiitake mushrooms and collard greens.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook until the collards are wilted and shrunken in size.

Step 5
~3 min

Add chicken stock, mirin, soy sauce, and sugar.

Step 6
~3 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and simmer.

Step 7
~3 min

Skim any oil off the top.

Step 8
~3 min

Boil ramen noodles according to package directions.

Step 9
~3 min

Divide noodles evenly into four bowls.

Step 10
~3 min

Fish out mushrooms, remove stems, and slice; place in each bowl.

Step 11
~3 min

Add corn to each bowl.

Step 12
~3 min

Fish ginger out of broth and discard.

Step 13
~3 min

Using tongs or chopsticks, remove some of the collards and sliced mushrooms and place on bowls.

Step 14
~3 min

Do the same with sausage using a slotted spoon.

Step 15
~3 min

Add broth to each bowl.

Step 16
~3 min

Garnish with sliced scallions, eggs, bamboo shoots, and sesame seeds or ramen pepper.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of soy sauce and sugar to your taste.

Add a dash of chili oil for extra heat.

Garnish with a variety of toppings to customize your ramen.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Broth can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Offer a variety of condiments at the table.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Gyoza
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

Combines Southern US flavors with Japanese ramen traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Cold Weather
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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