Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Easy Slow Cooker Pork Ramen that is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into large chunks
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 ounces ramen noodles
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the pork shoulder, chicken broth, water, soy sauce, miso paste, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the broth in the slow cooker.
- In a separate pot, cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- To serve, place a portion of ramen noodles in a bowl, ladle the pork and broth over the noodles, and top with baby spinach, sliced green onions, and a soft-boiled egg if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds if using.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade pork ramen!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice before serving.
- Substitute the pork shoulder with chicken thighs for a lighter version, adjusting the cooking time to 6 hours on low or 3 hours on high.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg