Mushroom Ramen

A rich and earthy bowl of ramen packed with umami flavors from mushrooms, soy sauce, and miso. This comforting dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy meal at home.

Origin of Ramen

Ramen originated in Japan but was influenced by Chinese wheat noodle soups. Over time, it evolved into a staple of Japanese cuisine, with various regional styles. This mushroom-based version takes inspiration from traditional miso and shoyu ramen but offers a vegetarian twist.

What I Love About This Recipe

I love how this ramen delivers deep, complex flavors in a relatively short cooking time. The mushrooms provide a meaty texture, the miso adds richness, and the garlic-ginger broth makes it incredibly satisfying. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings!

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Mushroom Ramen

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

35

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

342

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp sesame oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1-inch piece ginger, grated

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cups assorted mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or button), sliced

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp miso paste

• 1 tsp rice vinegar

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or instant, without seasoning packet)

• 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy

• 2 green onions, chopped

• 1 soft-boiled egg (optional, for non-vegetarian version)

• ½ tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

• Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add garlic, ginger, and onion, then sauté until fragrant and translucent.
• Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
• Stir in soy sauce, miso paste, rice vinegar, and chili flakes (if using). Simmer for 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
• Add baby spinach or bok choy to the broth and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
• Divide cooked noodles into serving bowls and pour the hot broth over them.
• Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and a soft-boiled egg if using.
• Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

• Mushroom Variety: Shiitake mushrooms give the broth extra umami, but any mushrooms will work.