Homemade Ramen from Scratch Recipe
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Rich, creamy tonkotsu-style ramen with homemade broth, soft-boiled eggs, chashu pork, and fresh noodles. Restaurant-quality Japanese ramen you can make at home.
By Sarah Mitchell • July 1, 2026
Rich, creamy tonkotsu-style ramen with homemade broth, soft-boiled eggs, chashu pork, and fresh noodles. Restaurant-quality Japanese ramen you can make at home.
About This Recipe
"Homemade Ramen from Scratch" is a dinner recipe that brings Pork bones, Chicken carcass, Garlic, smashed, Ginger, sliced and Onion, halved together into a flavorful, well-balanced dish. Rated Hard and ready in about 390 minutes, this recipe fits easily into a busy schedule. It serves 4 and works equally well for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. The Japanese inspiration behind this dish balances classic techniques with clean, vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 kg Pork bones
- 1 Chicken carcass
- 6 cloves Garlic, smashed
- 5 cm Ginger, sliced
- 1 large Onion, halved
- 4 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Mirin
- 400 g Ramen noodles (fresh)
- 4 Eggs
- 500 g Pork belly
- 4 Green onions, sliced
- 4 Nori sheets
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp White pepper
Instructions
- 1
Blanch pork bones in boiling water 5 minutes. Drain and rinse off scum. This gives a clean, milky broth.
- 2
In a large pot, add cleaned bones, chicken carcass, garlic, ginger, and onion. Cover with 3 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Make chashu: Roll pork belly tightly, tie with kitchen string. Braise in a mix of soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and water for 2 hours until tender. Slice thin.
- 4
Make soft-boiled eggs: Boil eggs 6.5 minutes. Ice bath. Peel and marinate in soy-mirin mixture for at least 2 hours.
- 5
Strain the broth through a fine sieve. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Keep hot.
- 6
Cook ramen noodles according to package (usually 2-3 minutes). Drain well.
- 7
Assemble: Place noodles in bowls. Ladle hot broth over. Top with sliced chashu, halved egg, nori, and green onions.
Expert Tips
For the best result, use the freshest, highest-quality ingredients you can find. Pork bones is the heart of this dish, so choose it with care. Read the recipe through before you start and prep all ingredients in advance (mise en place) so the cooking process is smooth. No equipment work especially well for this preparation. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and acid at the end to make the flavors pop.
What To Serve With This
"Homemade Ramen from Scratch" is a versatile dinner dish that pairs beautifully with a simple side salad, buttered green beans, roasted potatoes and classic Japanese sides. Choose at least one fresh and one hearty side to create a balanced meal.
Storage & Reheating
Homemade Ramen from Scratch stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating before sealing the container. Reheat gently until warmed through, adding a small splash of liquid if needed to restore the original texture.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does homemade ramen broth take?
A proper tonkotsu broth simmers 4-6 hours for maximum collagen extraction. The long cook creates that signature milky, creamy texture.
Can I use instant noodles for homemade ramen?
Yes — fresh noodles are best, but good-quality dried ramen noodles work well. Avoid the seasoning packets and use your homemade broth instead.
What makes ramen broth creamy?
Vigorous boiling (not gentle simmering) emulsifies the collagen and fat from pork bones into the broth, creating the milky white tonkotsu texture.
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