Miso Chicken Katsu Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Ramen Base
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6 garlic cloves, minced or shredded
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2 thick bacon slices, diced
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1-inch fresh ginger, sliced thin
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¾ teaspoon crushed red pepper
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2 medium shallots, minced
→ Broth & Seasonings
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8 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
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1 tablespoon sesame oil, toasted
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3 tablespoons chili paste (try Gochujang!)
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¼ cup miso paste (white works best)
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¾ cup coconut milk (or any milk you like)
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¼ cup soy sauce, low sodium is best
→ Noodles & Vegetables
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4 cups baby spinach, chopped small
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4 ramen noodle blocks
→ Chicken Katsu
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2 chicken breasts, halved horizontally (or 4 cutlets)
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt (or adjust to taste)
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3 tablespoons sesame seeds
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1 cup Panko crumbs for coating
→ Toppings
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Green onion, thinly sliced
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Nori strips, toasted
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Chili oil for heat
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Soft or hard-cooked eggs, your choice
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Sesame seeds for sprinkling
# Instructions:
01 -
On medium-high heat in a big pot, brown the chopped bacon until crispy (takes about 5 mins). Toss in garlic, ginger, shallots, and red pepper—stir constantly till caramelized (about 3 mins).
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Pour the broth, soy sauce, and your choice of milk into the pot. Stir in chili paste and miso until it all blends smoothly. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 10 mins.
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In a shallow dish, mix together sesame seeds and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle some salt in, and press each chicken piece firmly into the mixture so it sticks well.
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Warm up some oil in a large pan over medium-high. Fry the coated chicken on both sides for 3-4 minutes till the crust is golden. Slice into thin pieces after cooling briefly.
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Add spinach, noodles, and sesame oil straight into the broth. Let everything soak for 5 mins until the noodles soften perfectly.
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Scoop noodles into bowls, pour the piping hot broth on top, and finish with sliced chicken. Add eggs, green onions, sesame seeds, and chili oil to your liking.
# Notes:
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This hearty bowl of spicy miso ramen gets an extra crispy crunch from chicken katsu and a rich broth that's just right for a busy evening.