Homemade Ramen Broth: Rich Umami in Every Slurp

Discover the magic of homemade ramen broth, a rich umami delight that elevates your ramen experience.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 15

Servings: 8 cups

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Broth

1 cup Kelp Substitute with wakame or omit if unavailable.
1 cup Bonito Flakes Use more dashi if needed.
5 pieces Dried Shiitake Mushrooms Fresh can be used but dried offers stronger flavor.
2 pieces Chicken Carcasses Substitute with about 15 chicken wings if carcasses aren’t available.
4 pieces Chicken Wings Feel free to use more carcasses.
1 medium Onion Substitute with shallots for a mild twist.
4 cloves Garlic No direct substitute but can be omitted for low FODMAP diets.
1 piece Ginger Use galangal for a similar zing.
1 cup Sake Dry sherry or white wine can work as substitutes.
2 pieces Scallions Green onions are a great alternative.
1 cup Mirin Mix 1 tbsp sake with 1 tsp sugar as a substitute.
1 tbsp Salt Essential for perfect seasoning.

For the Tares

2 tbsp Shio Tare Enhances broth flavor complexity.
2 tbsp Shoyu Tare Add distinctive flavor.
2 tbsp Miso Tare Adjust based on personal taste preferences.

Equipment

Large pot
Fine mesh sieve
Jar

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Authentic Homemade Ramen Broth

Prepare Overnight Dashi: Combine kelp, bonito flakes, and dried shiitake mushrooms with water in a jar. Cover and soak overnight in the refrigerator.
Prepare Chicken Broth: Rinse chicken carcasses and wings. Place in a large pot, cover with water, and gently boil for about 5 minutes. Discard poaching water.
Simmer Broth: Return chicken to pot with 4 quarts of fresh water, onion, garlic, ginger, scallions, and sake. Boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours.
Add Dashi: After 3 hours, introduce the overnight dashi along with kelp, bonito flakes, and shiitake mushrooms. Simmer for another 2 hours.
Strain Broth: Pour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve lined with paper towel. Let cool slightly.
Prepare Tares: Mix your chosen tare: shio, shoyu, or miso, according to preferences.
Assemble Ramen Bowls: In a bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of tare with 2 cups of strained broth. Serve hot with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and adjust flavors during simmering.

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