How to Make Fancied-up Instant Ramen Option #7: Tonkotsu with Dumplings & Chinese Broccoli
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It’s November where I live as I’m writing this and the weather outside is windy and chilly. A hot bowl of ramen provides comfort this time of year! I always like to get creative with my ramen and so this time I used Chinese broccoli! I hope you love this recipe for tonkotsu with dumplings & chinese broccoli. Please let me know in the comments what you think and if you have any ideas for new flavors!
Tonkotsu with Dumplings & Chinese Broccoli Ingredients (serves 2)
2 soft-boiled eggs (instruction below to help boil)
4 frozen dumplings or potstickers of your choice
2 packs of instant ramen of your choice (I’ve chosen Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Ramen)
sesame seeds
gochujang sauce
sriracha sauce
Nanami togarashi
1 piece of Chinese broccoli (one stem with leaves still on)
fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil 7 cups of water in a large pot. After the water is boiling add the two eggs to the pot and boil for an additional 5-10 minutes depending on how soft you like them (I like to do 6-7 minutes for mine)
- while the eggs are boiling steam the dumplings and Chinese broccoli either in the same pot or a separate pot (about 5 minutes or until just tender, follow instructions for the dumplings you selected)
- Turn the burner off and set the pot with hot water and eggs in the sink, dump water out carefully and fill part way with cold water, repeat this process twice. Peel eggs cut them in half & set aside.
- boil 4 cups of water and add seasoning packs and ramen to it, stir. Boil for 2-3 minutes and remove from burner. Cover and let sit for 3 minutes.
- using salad tongs scoop up noodles evenly into 2 bowls, pour broth over noodles
- garnish with fresh cilantro, gochujang sauce, and sriracha & sprinkle with Nanami togarashi & sesame seeds
- optional: pour 1/4 tsp teriyaki sauce over the eggs
Tips: It’s essential to let the water boil before adding the eggs otherwise it’s very difficult to peel the shells off. I have learned this the hard way and want to spare you the lesson! If you like a lot of broth feel free to add an extra 1/2 cup of water to the pot when making the instant ramen. You can get extremely creative with this dish and use any kind of veggies, ramen, and seasonings you choose!
If you like this recipe you will love this one too: How to Make Fancied Up Instant Ramen Option #1: Miso & Kimchi Dumplings
