- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A pinch of chili flakes (optional, for heat)
For the ramen:
- 2 servings fresh or dried ramen noodles (preferably fresh for best texture)
Toppings:
- Soft-boiled eggs (1 per serving)
- Fresh spinach or bok choy
- Thinly sliced scallions
- Nori (seaweed) sheets, cut into strips
- Sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini work well)
- Corn kernels (optional, for sweetness and texture)
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chili oil or sriracha (optional, for heat)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Broth:
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken or seafood stock, water, soy sauce, miso paste, rice vinegar, mirin, and fish sauce (if using). Stir to combine.
- Toss in the dried shiitake mushrooms (if using) and chopped green onions. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the broth and adjust seasoning, adding more soy sauce or fish sauce if needed.
- Strain the broth to remove the mushrooms and green onions, then keep the broth warm.
2. Prepare the Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the pan, seasoning lightly with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili flakes (if using). Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Cook the Noodles:
- In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions (usually about 3-4 minutes for fresh noodles). Drain and set aside.
4. Assemble the Ramen:
- Divide the cooked noodles between two bowls.
- Ladle the hot broth over the noodles, filling each bowl with about 2 cups of broth.
- Arrange the cooked shrimp on top of the noodles, followed by the toppings of your choice: soft-boiled eggs, fresh spinach or bok choy, mushrooms, sliced scallions, nori, corn, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil or sriracha.
5. Serve:
- Serve the ramen immediately, allowing the broth to soak into the noodles and the toppings to warm through. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Soft-Boiled Eggs: To make the perfect soft-boiled eggs, cook eggs for about 6-7 minutes in boiling water. Transfer them to an ice bath immediately to stop the cooking process.
- Toppings: You can adjust the toppings based on your preference. Pickled bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, or even a dash of furikake (Japanese rice seasoning) can enhance the flavors.
- Customize the Broth: Add more umami by incorporating dashi (seafood stock) or using a combination of both miso and soy-based broths.
This gourmet shrimp ramen is rich, aromatic, and layered with umami, offering a satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy night or a dinner party.
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