Char Siu Pork Ramen Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and five-spice powder to make the marinade.
• STEP 2.Add the pork slices to the marinade and let them marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
• STEP 3.Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat. Cook the marinated pork slices for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are caramelized and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• STEP 5.In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a simmer. Add soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil for extra flavor.
• STEP 6.Divide the cooked ramen noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
• STEP 7.Top the ramen with the char siu pork slices, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and seaweed.
• STEP 8.Serve the Char Siu Pork Ramen hot and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add some sliced mushrooms or bok choy to the broth.
• To make soft-boiled eggs, bring a pot of water to a boil, gently lower the eggs into the boiling water, and cook for 6-7 minutes. Then, transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
• You can make the char siu pork ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just reheat it before serving.
• Feel free to customize your ramen toppings with additional ingredients like corn, bean sprouts, or sliced bamboo shoots.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover char siu pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the pork, you can either microwave it or gently warm it in a skillet over medium heat.
• When serving the leftovers, make sure to reheat the broth separately and pour it over the noodles and toppings to keep them fresh and flavorful.