Description
The Savory Dumpling Ramen Bowl is a warm and comforting meal combining tender dumplings, rich savory broth, and springy ramen noodles, creating a perfect balance of hearty and refreshing flavors. Ideal for chilly evenings, this recipe is quick to prepare, customizable to your taste, and serves as a satisfying one-bowl dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Dumplings
- Fresh or frozen pork, chicken, or vegetable dumplings (6-8 pieces)
Ramen Noodles
- Fresh or dried ramen noodles (about 100-120g per serving)
Broth Base
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon miso paste (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Aromatics
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (separate white and green parts)
Vegetables
- 1 cup baby bok choy, halved or quartered
- 1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or cremini), sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
Toppings
- 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved
- Nori strips (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Chili oil or chili paste (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic, ginger, and the white parts of green onions until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add chicken or vegetable stock, soy sauce, and optional miso paste. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer while preparing other components.
- Cook the Dumplings: Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add dumplings and cook according to package instructions, usually 4-6 minutes for frozen dumplings, until they float and are tender inside. Drain and set aside.
- Boil the Ramen Noodles: In another pot, boil water and cook ramen noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and prevent sogginess. Divide noodles into serving bowls.
- Wilt the Vegetables: Add chosen vegetables like baby bok choy, mushrooms, and spinach directly into the simmering broth. Cook just until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Assemble the Bowl: Pour the hot broth with wilted vegetables over the noodles in each bowl. Gently place cooked dumplings on top. Add desired toppings such as soft-boiled eggs, sliced green onions (green parts), nori strips, toasted sesame seeds, and a drizzle of chili oil for heat.
Notes
- Balance your broth by tasting during cooking; adjust soy sauce, salt, or add a splash of rice vinegar to brighten flavors.
- Avoid overcrowding dumplings in the pot to prevent sticking or breaking.
- Rinse cooked noodles under cold water immediately after draining to maintain a springy texture.
- Use fresh aromatics like green onions and ginger just before serving for vibrant flavor.
- Distribute toppings evenly for balanced flavor and texture in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg