Peanut Pork Ramen

Peanut Pork Ramen Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the Broth Base:

• 6 cups bone broth (pork or chicken)

• 1/3 cup natural creamy peanut butter

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (balances the saltiness)

For the Pork Mixture:

• 1 lb ground pork

• 1/2 large onion, finely diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (use dried ginger if necessary)

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon white pepper

For Assembly:

• 8 oz rice noodles (or ramen noodles)

• 1 cup shredded Napa cabbage

• 3 green onions, sliced diagonally

• Fresh cilantro leaves

• Toasted sesame seeds

• Lime, cut into wedges

Optional Additions:

• Chili oil to taste (optional)

• Soft-boiled eggs (optional)

• Bean sprouts (optional)

• Crispy shallots (optional)

Detailed Method:

1. Pork Base:

   • Heat wok or large pan over medium-high heat

   • Brown pork, breaking into small pieces

   • Add onion, cook until translucent

   • Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute

   • Stir in soy sauce and white pepper

   • Set aside and keep warm

2. Broth:

   • In large pot, gently heat bone broth

   • Whisk in peanut butter until completely smooth

   • Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar

   • Add miso if using, ensure it's fully dissolved

   • Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally

   • Taste and adjust seasonings

3. Noodles:

   • Cook according to package directions

   • Slightly undercook as they'll continue cooking in hot broth

   • Rinse with cold water to stop cooking if not serving immediately

4. Assembly:

   • Divide noodles between deep bowls

   • Ladle hot broth over noodles

   • Add pork mixture

   • Arrange cabbage, bean sprouts if using

   • Top with green onions, cilantro

   • Garnish with sesame seeds

   • Add lime wedges

   • Drizzle with chili oil if desired, and add halved soft-boiled egg if using, and add other optional topics

Wine Pairings for Peanut Pork Ramen:

Off-Dry White Wines:

• Dry Riesling: Balances spice, complements peanut flavors

• Gewürztraminer: Aromatic notes work with Asian spices

• Vouvray: Honey notes complement peanut sauce

• Prosecco: Cleanses palate between bites

Light to Medium Reds:

• Pinot Noir: Especially Oregon styles, pairs with umami

• Grenache: Fruit-forward to balance savory elements