Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork loin (1 pound)
- Panko breadcrumbs (1 cup)
- Flour (1/2 cup)
- Eggs (2)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Ramen noodles (8 servings)
- Chicken stock (4 cups)
- Soy sauce (1/2 cup)
- Mirin (1/4 cup)
- Sake (1/4 cup)
- Tonkatsu sauce (1/2 cup)
- Green onions (1/2 cup, sliced)
- Bamboo shoots (1/2 cup, sliced)
- Nori seaweed (8 sheets)
- Pickled ginger (optional)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the tonkatsu: Cut the pork into thin cutlets. Dip the cutlets in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.
- Fry the tonkatsu: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the ramen broth: In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Add the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and tonkatsu sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook the noodles: Cook the ramen noodles according to the package directions.
- Assemble the ramen: Divide the noodles between bowls. Top with the tonkatsu, broth, green onions, bamboo shoots, and nori seaweed.
- Serve: If desired, garnish with pickled ginger and additional tonkatsu sauce.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Combination of crispy pork and chewy noodles
- Topped with traditional Japanese ingredients for an authentic taste
User Comments:
- "This ramen is amazing! The tonkatsu is perfectly fried and the broth is so flavorful."
- "I love the combination of the pork and noodles. It's so satisfying."
- "The nori seaweed and pickled ginger add a nice extra touch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the pork is cooked through before frying.
- If you don't have tonkatsu sauce, you can use a combination of soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar.
- Add vegetables, such as carrots and corn, to the broth for added nutrition.
