Pork Char Siu Ramen Recipe

Ingredients

• 300 g pork belly
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp shaoxing wine
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
• a few drops of red food coloring (add as needed)
• 100 g fresh ramen noodles (add to taste)
• 1/2 bouillon cube (pork or chicken)
• 500 ml water
• 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tbsp ginger (shredded)
• 2 green onions (finely chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Prep and cook the pork ---

2. 2

   Make the marinade. In a mixing bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. It should smell sweet, salty, and lightly spiced.

3. 3

   Marinate the pork. Place the pork in a container or zip-top bag and pour in the marinade. Rub to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

4. 4

   Let it come to room temp. Remove the pork from the fridge about 20 minutes before cooking to help it cook evenly.

5. 5

   Cook the pork. Grill or roast over low heat, flipping as needed. Baste with extra marinade as it cooks until the outside is glossy and slightly caramelized.

6. 6

   Rest the pork. Set the pork aside to rest while you make the soup. Slice just before serving to keep it juicy.

7. 7

   --- Make the soup ---

8. 8

   Make the broth. Add water, garlic, and ginger to a pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

9. 9

   Season. Add the bouillon cube, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir to dissolve, then let simmer while you cook the noodles.

10. 10

    Cook the noodles. Boil the ramen noodles in a separate pot until just tender. Drain and set aside.

11. 11

    --- Assemble ---

12. 12

    Divide the noodles into bowls. Pour the hot broth over, then top with sliced char siu and your favorite add-ons like bok choy, green onions, soft-boiled eggs, or chili flakes. Enjoy!