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Tokushima ramen with dark soy broth, pork belly, and egg
Rich Japanese pork ramen with sweet-savory pork belly and egg

Tokushima Ramen (Rich Pork Belly & Egg)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Soups
Originating from Shikoku island, this ramen is famous for being a 'rice side dish.' Why? Because the broth—a rich pork bone soup seasoned with dark soy sauce and sugar—is so intensely savory and sweet-salty that locals often eat it alongside a bowl of white rice. Instead of traditional Chashu slices, it features stir-fried pork belly that resembles a sweet barbecue ragout.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 870 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot (for noodles)
  • Skillet (for pork)
  • Saucepan (for broth)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Soy

Instructions

1 ✓

Prep: Slice the scallions and cut the soft-boiled eggs in half. Slice the pork belly into thin, bite-sized strips.

2 ✓

Fry the Pork: In a skillet with sesame oil, fry the pork belly until crisp. Add a splash of soy sauce and a pinch of sugar (extra to the recipe amount) to caramelize the meat.

Tip: This caramelization step adds a deep, BBQ-like flavor layer.
3 ✓

Make the Soup: Bring the pork broth to a simmer. Add the dark soy sauce, sugar, crushed garlic, and grated ginger. Simmer for 5-6 minutes to meld the flavors.

4 ✓

Cook Noodles: Boil the noodles in plenty of water according to package instructions. Drain well.

5 ✓

Assemble: Place noodles in bowls and pour over the dark, rich broth. Top with the caramelized pork belly, egg, scallions, and nori. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Recipe FAQ

The broth is too sweet. Is that normal?
Yes, Tokushima ramen is characteristically sweet-savory. If it's too much for you, balance it with a splash of vinegar or chili oil.
Can I use a raw egg?
Traditionally in Japan, a raw yolk is dropped on top. In the US, unless you have pasteurized eggs, we recommend a soft-boiled egg for safety.

Ingredients

  • 7 oz Fresh Ramen Noodles
  • 3.5 cups Pork Bone Broth (Tonkotsu base or rich pork stock)
  • 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 clove Garlic (crushed)
  • 0.5 inch Fresh Ginger (grated)
  • 5 oz Pork Belly (thinly sliced)
  • 2 large Eggs (Soft-boiled or Pasteurized Raw)
  • 1 oz Scallions (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 sheet Nori Seaweed