If you love Japanese cuisine, you definitely cannot miss the famous ramen noodles from here. Ramen is considered a traditional noodle dish, with each region having its own unique flavor. Let’s join TasteVN into the kitchen right away to learn how to make chicken ramen, also known as delicious chicken ramen, to treat the whole family!
1. Chicken meatball ramen
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Chicken meatball ramen Serves 1 person
Dried ramen noodles 1 pack Chicken meat 200 gr Chicken broth 35 ml Mirin wine 2 tablespoons Egg 1 piece Garlic 4 cloves Green onions 3 stalks Cooking oil a little Sesame oil 1 tablespoon Soy sauce 3 tablespoons Sugar 2 tablespoons Black pepper a little Dried seaweed 2 sheets
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How to prepare Chicken meatball Ramen
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Prepare the chicken
Wash the chicken thoroughly, prepare it to eliminate the characteristic meat smell. If you buy chicken with bones, remove the bones, then let it drain and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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Prepare other ingredients
Wash the shallots, let them drain, then cut them into small rings. Peel the garlic, rinse it with water, then grate it finely.
Boil the eggs for about 5 – 8 minutes and then use a knife to cut them in half.
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Make the sauce
Add to a bowl 2 tablespoons of Mirin, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 35ml of chicken broth, the minced garlic, then stir well until the sugar completely dissolves.
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Cook the chicken
Place a pan on the stove, add a little cooking oil, wait about 5 minutes for the oil to heat, then add the chicken and fry over medium heat for about 15 minutes until the chicken is golden brown on both sides.
Add the sauce you just made into the pan, simmer on low heat to allow the chicken to absorb more flavor.
Tip: To make the fried chicken tastier and the skin crispier, you can use paper towels to absorb some oil from the pan during frying.
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Cook noodles with chicken
Boil a pot of water, then add the ramen noodles and blanch until the noodles are soft, then remove and drain.
Add the noodles to the chicken pan, then add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, and mix well so that the noodles and chicken are evenly coated. Serve the mixed noodles on a plate.
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Completion
Arrange the chicken on top of the noodles, then sprinkle with chopped green onions and place the egg on top. Next, place 2 sheets of seaweed to decorate the dish to make it more appealing.
Finally, add a bit of ground black pepper on top to enhance the flavor and aesthetics of the dish.
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Final Product
Delicious chicken meatball ramen with chewy noodles that absorb rich Japanese flavors. Tender chicken, perfectly seasoned, combined with the creaminess of a soft-boiled egg makes it an ideal dish for the whole family if they want to try many new and unique dishes.
2. Fried Chicken Ramen
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
45 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Fried Chicken Ramen For 1 person
Dried ramen 1 pack Chicken 1 kg Egg 1 piece Carrot 1 piece Celery 1 stalk Ginger 1/2 piece Coriander a little Garlic 4 cloves Green onion 6 stalks Onion 1 piece Olive oil 3 tablespoons Mirin 50 ml Filtered water a little Soy sauce 50 ml Common spices a little (Salt/ Ground pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh carrots
- When buying carrots, you can first observe the color. If the carrots have a bright orange color, and when you hold them they feel firm and heavy, then they are good carrots.
- You should choose carrots that are of moderate size, not too large, and should be held to check their firmness. Additionally, you can observe the top; if the top is fresh green and tightly attached to the root, then the carrots are still fresh.
- Avoid buying carrots that have changed color, have a loose top that is no longer fresh green, or are too large and feel light when picked up, as these are old carrots that do not guarantee quality or taste.
How to choose fresh celery
- To choose good celery, you should select stalks that have a bright green color, with young white stalks and leaves that are evenly thick.
- Avoid choosing celery that is too white, with unusually swollen stems as this may indicate that the celery has been over-fertilized, which could affect your health when consumed.
- Avoid buying celery that has yellowed or has soft, wilted leaves and stems as this indicates that the vegetable is old and not tasty.
How to choose fresh and delicious onions
- When choosing onions, observe the shape of the onion bulbs; round bulbs will be tastier than flat or elongated ones.
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Additionally, you can check the roots of the onion bulb and choose those with long roots and many roots, as these are fresher onions, tastier, and can be stored longer. The outer skin should be smooth, without any unusual dark spots, and the skin should still cling tightly to the bulb.
- Avoid selecting bulbs with few or no roots, rough skin, spongy flesh, or blisters, as these onions are no longer fresh.
How to prepare Fried Chicken Ramen
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Prepare the chicken
Clean the chicken with water, then drain and proceed to cut the meat, separating the meat with bones aside, while cutting the lean meat into bite-sized pieces.
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Prepare other ingredients
Carrots after purchasing should be prepared by washing them clean, peeling, and then dividing into 2 parts, one part sliced, and the other part diced.
Wash the celery and drain. Rinse the onion and peel it. Cut the celery and onion similarly to the carrots.
Wash the ginger thoroughly, then slice it, no need to peel.
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Make the broth
Add the sliced vegetables and the roasted chicken into the pot, pour in enough water to cover the meat, then cook over medium heat for about 20 – 25 minutes.
Next, strain the cooked broth through a strainer and let it cool.
Tip: To make the broth clearer and tastier, be sure to continuously skim off the white foam on top while cooking!
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Fry the chicken
Heat a pan on the stove, add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil, wait about 5 minutes for the pan to heat up, then add the chicken, making sure to place the skin side down to achieve a crispier texture.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, sliced ginger, and 1 bowl of the broth just cooked into the pan. Cook for another 10 minutes, then turn off the heat and remove the chicken to drain. Be careful not to discard the broth in the pan.
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Sauté Vegetables
Place a pan on the stove, add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil, wait for the oil to heat up, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add the diced vegetables to stir-fry.
Next, add the remaining chicken broth and lemongrass, simmer on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, then turn off the heat.
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Cook Noodles
Add the dry ramen packet to the pan, cook for about 7-10 minutes until the noodles are soft.
Boil a pot of water, then add the eggs and cook for about 5-7 minutes, then remove and let cool before peeling.
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Completion
Prepare a bowl, arrange the grilled chicken on top and sprinkle with chopped scallions on the surface. If you like spicy food, you can add chili oil to enhance the flavor of the dish.
After peeling the boiled eggs, cut them in half, and add decoration to make the noodles look more appealing.
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Final Product
The fried chicken ramen is visually appealing, with a delicious Japanese flavor featuring chewy noodles, combined with rich, sweet broth that has a hint of lemongrass aroma.
The fried chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The boiled egg is cooked just right, with a creamy yolk that is very enjoyable.
3. Shredded Chicken Ramen
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Shredded Chicken Ramen Serves 2
Chicken 150 gr Chicken broth 1.5 liters Butter 2 tablespoons Eggs 2 pieces Noodles 3 packets Sesame oil 1 teaspoon Carrot 50 gr Green onion a little Garlic 3 cloves Ginger 1 piece Mirin 2 tablespoons Dark soy sauce 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 2 tablespoons Chili sauce 2 tablespoons Rice wine 1 tablespoon Brown sugar 1 tablespoon Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
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How to Prepare Shredded Chicken Ramen
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Prepare the Ingredients
Peel and finely chop the garlic and ginger. Clean the carrot and green onion, julienne the carrot, and chop the green onion.
Boil the eggs in a pot for 6 minutes, then remove and let cool, peel the eggs.
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Boil and shred chicken
Wash the chicken you bought with water, then put it into a pot of boiling water for about 10 – 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked. To eliminate the smell of the chicken, add a few slices of ginger to the boiling water.
After that, let the chicken cool and shred it into long, thin strips.
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Prepare the broth
Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the pot, heat until the butter melts, then add minced ginger and garlic, stirring well.
When the garlic becomes fragrant, add the chicken broth to the pot, seasoning the broth with: 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of Mirin, 2 tablespoons of chili sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice wine, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
Wait for the water to simmer, then add the shredded chicken and noodles, blanching the noodles until cooked, separating them into strands, then turn off the stove.
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Completion
You take the noodles out into a bowl and pour the broth over the noodles, placing the chicken on top and then adding the ingredients like carrots, green onions, and halved boiled eggs on top.
To enhance the flavor of the dish, you can sprinkle a little black sesame and add chili paste.
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Final Product
And the shredded chicken ramen dish is completed in no time! The broth is rich, the noodles are chewy, and the soft-boiled egg melts in your mouth. Be sure to eat it while it’s hot to fully enjoy the wonderful flavors of this dish!
4. Pan-fried chicken ramen
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Pan-Seared Chicken Ramen Serves 2
Chicken broth 1 liter Dried shiitake mushrooms 6 pieces Garlic 4 cloves Ginger 1 piece Butter 1 tablespoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Soy sauce 5 tablespoons Dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Chicken meat 100 gr Salt 1/2 teaspoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Eggs 2 pieces Green onions a little Noodles 2 packs Dried seaweed sheets 2 sheets
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How to Make Pan-Seared Chicken Ramen
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Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the green onions and chop them finely. Peel the garlic and slice the ginger thinly. Rinse the dried shiitake mushrooms to remove dirt, soak them in cold water for about 5 minutes until they slightly expand, then drain.
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Making the broth
You add 1 liter of chicken broth to the pot, add dried shiitake mushrooms, peeled garlic, and sliced ginger, then add 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 5 tablespoons of soy sauce. Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes.
After the broth is finished and the color turns brown, you remove all the ingredients, discard the garlic and ginger, and keep the shiitake mushrooms to cut into small pieces.
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Marinating the chicken
You marinate the chicken with 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Roll the chicken back and forth to ensure it absorbs the seasoning, and marinate for about 7 – 10 minutes.
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Pan-fried chicken
You use a non-stick pan, turn on the stove to heat the pan, then add the chicken to fry both sides until golden brown. Cook for about 10 minutes to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
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Boil eggs and blanch noodles
Place the eggs in a pot of water and boil for about 6 minutes for soft-boiled eggs, then remove and place them in a bowl of cold water, peel the shells. For the noodles, add them to the pot of water used to boil the eggs, blanch until the noodles are cooked and expanded, then remove them.
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Completion
Pour the broth into a bowl, add the noodles and stir them twice to absorb the broth, then slice the chicken into thin pieces, add green onions, shiitake mushrooms, and cut the soft-boiled eggs in half to arrange on top. Add 2 sheets of dried seaweed to make the dish more appealing.
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Final Product
The grilled chicken ramen dish has been successful! The chicken is marinated just right, both chewy and tender, with delicious shiitake mushrooms that burst with the flavor of the broth when bitten into, very rich. The scrambled egg yolk is creamy and fatty, pairing well with the noodles without being greasy. This noodle dish is both simple and delicious, isn’t it?
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Chicken
- To choose good chicken, you should base it on the color of the meat. If the meat is pink, bright in color, and feels elastic when touched, then it is fresh and good quality.
- Some parts like breast, wings, and back should have thin, smooth skin and light yellow fat. Fresh chicken usually has a distinctive aroma.
- Avoid choosing pieces of chicken that are discolored, feel mushy, soft, lack elasticity, or have an unusual smell as they may be old or have been injected with water.
Through this article, TasteVN hopes you have picked up 4 ways to make chicken ramen that are not only interesting but also extremely simple. This dish will surely be a delightful choice to treat your family on the weekend, wishing you success in making it!
