8 oz ground pork

3 garlic cloves, chopped

1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated

2 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for serving

4 dried shiitakes

2 konbu seaweed, about 6 by 8 inches each

7 tbsp red miso paste, (akamiso), or more to taste

1 tbsp mirin

1 tbsp granulated sugar

2 tsp sea salt

1 tsp toasted sesame oil

1 tsp chile-garlic sauce

¼ tsp ground white pepper

4 cups low-sodium chicken stock, or broth

2 cups water

1 lb fresh wheat noodles, cooked according to the package directions

For Toppings (Optional):

ramen eggs

chasu pork belly

bean sprouts

nori sheets

In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, brown the pork for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, green onions, mushrooms and konbu until fragrant.

Stir in the miso, sesame oil, mirin, sugar, salt, sesame oil, chile-garlic sauce and white pepper. Add the stock and water. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a simmer.

Simmer for 20 minutes (do not boil). Taste and adjust the seasoning. Remove the seaweed before serving.

Hold the broth warm while assembling the bowls; do not boil. Bring to a near boil just before serving over the noodles and garnishes such as ramen eggs, chashu pork belly, green onions, bean sprouts and nori sheets.

Sugar: 7g

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Calcium: 47mg

Calories: 289kcal

Carbohydrates: 18g

Cholesterol: 43mg

Fat: 17g

Fiber: 2g

Iron: 2mg

Monounsaturated Fat: 7g

Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g

Potassium: 484mg

Protein: 18g

Saturated Fat: 6g

Sodium: 2120mg

Vitamin A: 87IU

Vitamin C: 3mg