Name: Shrimp Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp miso paste (white or yellow); 1 tbsp mirin (or rice vinegar + ½ tsp sugar); 3 cups chicken, vegetable, or dashi broth; 1 tsp chili oil or chili paste (optional); 2 soft-boiled eggs (see method below); 8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 oz ramen noodles (fresh or instant without seasoning); ½ cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini); 1 green onion, sliced; Toasted sesame seeds; Optional: spinach, nori strips, corn, bamboo shoots

DifficultyBeginner

CategoryChefs Choice, Fish, Seafood, Soups

This Shrimp Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg is a quick and deeply satisfying noodle soup, layered with umami-rich broth, tender shrimp, and springy noodles, topped with jammy eggs, scallions, and sesame. It’s restaurant-style ramen you can make at home in under 30 minutes, with rich flavor and gorgeous texture in every bite.

Yields2 Servings

Prep Time15 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time40 mins

For the Broth

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp miso paste (white or yellow)

1 tbsp mirin (or rice vinegar + ½ tsp sugar)

3 cups chicken, vegetable, or dashi broth

1 tsp chili oil or chili paste (optional)

For the Noodles & Toppings

2 soft-boiled eggs (see method below)

8 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 oz ramen noodles (fresh or instant without seasoning)

½ cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or cremini)

1 green onion, sliced

Toasted sesame seeds

Optional: spinach, nori strips, corn, bamboo shoots

Make Soft-Boiled Eggs

Bring water to a boil, gently lower in eggs.
Boil for 6½ minutes, then transfer immediately to an ice bath.
Once cool, peel and set aside.

Start the Broth

In a medium saucepan, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
Add garlic and ginger, sauté 1 minute.
Stir in soy sauce, miso, and mirin.
Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
Add mushrooms and simmer for 5–7 minutes.

Cook the Shrimp & Noodles

Add shrimp to the simmering broth; cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Meanwhile, cook noodles in a separate pot according to package instructions. Drain and divide into bowls.

Assemble the Ramen

Pour the hot broth, shrimp, and mushrooms over noodles.
Slice soft-boiled eggs in half and place one on each bowl.
Garnish with scallions, sesame seeds, and any extras (nori, chili oil, etc.).

Pairing Suggestions

A side of edamame or pickled cucumber salad
Drink: chilled green tea or a light lager
Add depth: a spoonful of garlic oil or mushroom powder for umami boost

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