Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

canola oil

2 unit

pork shoulder roast

boneless

2 unit

onions

peeled and halved

4 cup

unsalted chicken stock

4 cup

water

0.25 cup

lower-sodium soy sauce

divided

12 unit

shiitake mushrooms

2 tbsp

dark sesame oil

1 piece

kombu

2 piece

ginger

peeled and sliced

12 unit

fresh Chinese noodles

uncooked

8 unit

eggs

large

3 unit

green onions

cut into 1/3-inch pieces

2 unit

Fresno chiles

thinly sliced

4 tsp

toasted sesame seeds

1 sheet

nori

cut into very thin strips

Step 1
~21 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add canola oil to pan.

Step 2
~21 min

Add pork and cook for 12 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.

Step 3
~21 min

Place pork in a 6-quart slow cooker.

Step 4
~21 min

Increase heat to medium-high.

Step 5
~21 min

Add onions, cut side down, to skillet and cook for 5 minutes until charred. Transfer to slow cooker.

Step 6
~21 min

Add chicken stock, 4 cups water, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce to the slow cooker.

Step 7
~21 min

Remove stems from shiitake mushrooms and add them to the cooker. Reserve caps.

Step 8
~21 min

Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours (420 minutes).

Step 9
~21 min

Remove pork from cooker and let it stand for 5 minutes; then shred the pork.

Step 10
~21 min

Strain the liquid through a fine sieve into a bowl, discarding the solids.

Step 11
~21 min

Return the liquid to the slow cooker and increase heat to HIGH.

Step 12
~21 min

Thinly slice the mushroom caps.

Step 13
~21 min

Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, mushroom caps, dark sesame oil, kombu, and ginger to the slow cooker.

Step 14
~21 min

Cook on HIGH for 20 minutes.

Step 15
~21 min

Discard the kombu and ginger.

Step 16
~21 min

Add noodles to the slow cooker and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 17
~21 min

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

Step 18
~21 min

Carefully lower eggs into the boiling water and cook for 6 minutes.

Step 19
~21 min

Place eggs in a bowl of ice water for 2 minutes, then peel and halve lengthwise.

Step 20
~21 min

For each serving, place 3/4 cup noodles in a wide bowl; pour 1 cup of broth over noodles.

Step 21
~21 min

Top with pork, mushrooms, green onions, and chiles.

Step 22
~21 min

Place 2 egg halves toward one side of the bowl.

Step 23
~21 min

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and nori strips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Garnish with other vegetables like bean sprouts or spinach.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

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 with a side of pickled ginger.

Add a sprinkle of black pepper.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Gyoza
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Ramen is a staple in Japanese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Cold Weather

Popularity Score

75/100

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