Description
A rich and flavorful ramen bowl featuring creamy coconut curry broth, tender ground pork, and fresh toppings like soft-boiled eggs and cilantro. Perfect for a comforting, exotic meal with a spicy kick.
Ingredients
For the broth and noodles:
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2 (3.5-ounce) packages instant ramen noodles (discard flavor packets)
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1½ tablespoons canola oil
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2 medium shallots, diced
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3 tablespoons red curry paste
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
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1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk
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4 cups chicken stock
For the pork:
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1 pound ground pork
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 fresno chili, seeded and minced
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2 tablespoons fish sauce
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For serving:
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4 soft boiled eggs, peeled and halved
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½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the broth:
- Heat canola oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until softened.
- Stir in red curry paste, tomato paste, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook gently while preparing the pork.
- Prepare the pork:
4. Heat toasted sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, garlic, and fresno chili. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned and cooked through.
5. Stir in fish sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat. - Cook noodles and assemble:
6. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions (without seasoning packets). Drain and divide into bowls.
7. Ladle hot coconut curry broth over noodles. Top with cooked pork.
8. Garnish each bowl with soft boiled egg halves, fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
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Adjust fresno chili quantity for heat preference.
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Soft boiled eggs add richness but can be omitted if preferred.
- Use chicken or vegetable stock based on dietary preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired