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Caramelized Pork Ramen Noodle Soup (Deliciously Savory Recipe)

Recipe by Teal Notes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces pork belly, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 packages ramen noodle
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish
  • Nori sheets, for garnish
  • sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced pork belly and cook until browned and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and julienned carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, mirin, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • While the broth is simmering, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Add the cooked pork belly back into the pot with the broth. Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for a minute.
  • To serve, divide the cooked ramen noodles between bowls. Ladle the caramelized pork and vegetable broth over the noodles. Top with halved soft-boiled eggs, sliced green onions, nori sheets, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.