Ramen Bowl

Soulful mushroom ramen, a hug in a bowl

Prep Time 40 min
Cook Time 6 min
Serving Size 4
Recipe Type Microwave Oven

Mushrooms have long been revered for their deep, earthy flavors and nourishing properties. This mushroom ramen is a tribute to their culinary magic—tender shiitake and button mushrooms slow-simmered in a rich, umami-packed broth with chicken, miso, and soy sauce. Served over perfectly chewy ramen noodles and garnished with vibrant toppings like scallions, nori, and corn, this bowl is a balance of warmth, comfort, and depth. Whether for a cozy dinner or an indulgent meal after a long day, each spoonful transports you to a world where food nourishes both the body and the spirit.

Ingredients

For the Broth:

1 liter chicken stock
2 chicken thighs
1 cup shiitake mushrooms (fresh or dried, sliced)
1 cup button mushrooms
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp miso paste (white or red)
1 tsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1-inch ginger (sliced)
1 tsp rice vinegar
½ tsp white pepper

For the Ramen Bowl:

2 portions noodles (fresh or dried)
1 boiled egg (soft or medium, halved)
1 scallion (sliced)
½ cup boiled corn kernels (optional)
1 tbsp soaked nori (seaweed, shredded)
1 tsp chili oil (optional)
½ tsp toasted sesame seeds
5-6 Blanched cherry tomatoes
3-4 blanched spinach leafs

Method

In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
Add chicken thighs and sear until lightly browned.
Pour in the chicken stock, soy sauce. Bring to a simmer.
Add both mushrooms and slow cook for 30 minutes until the chicken is tender.
Remove the chicken, shred it, and set aside.
Stir in miso paste, rice vinegar, and white pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Boil water and cook the ramen noodles for 10 mins in boiling water. Drain and set aside.
Divide the cooked ramen noodles between two bowls.
Pour the hot chicken and mushroom broth over the noodles.
Add the shredded chicken, boiled egg halves, scallions, Blanched cherry tomatoes , spinach, corn, and nori. Drizzle chili oil and sprinkle sesame seeds for an extra flavor boost.

Did you know?

Did you know fungi are closer to humans than plants? Or that they form Earth’s natural internet? From ancient rituals to Indian kitchens, mushrooms have always been magical! ?

Find out more about the history and tradition of the dish

In India, ragi has been found in archaeological excavations dating back to 1800 BC, and has been associated with honouring poets with a concoction of ragi, milk, and honey.

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