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Chicken Chashu Ramen

Simple Upgrade for Your Ramen!

Serves: 2
Cook Time: 25 minutes

 

A Taste of Japan: The Story of Chicken Chashu

In Japan, "chashu" traditionally refers to slow-braised pork belly, a rich and flavorful topping commonly found in ramen. However, chicken chashu has become a lighter and equally delicious alternative, offering the same depth of flavor but with a learner profile. The origins of chashu trace back to the Chinese dish "char siu," which was adapted in Japan to suit local palates, replacing the barbecue-style roasting with gentle simmering in a savory soy-based sauce.

Chicken chashu is prized for its tender texture and versatility, pairing perfectly with both creamy tonkotsu broths and lighter shoyu-style soups. By simmering the chicken in soy sauce, mirin, and sake, this recipe captures the authentic Japanese technique of infusing flavors while keeping the meat juicy and succulent. It's a modern twist on tradition that brings the authentic taste of Japan straight to your table.

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 2 packs Sapporo Ichiban Chicken noodles
  • 2 soft boiled eggs
  • 1 chicken breast
  • ½ cup water
  • ⅔ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup mirin
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 stalks green onion
  • Bean sprouts for garnish (optional)
  • Green onion for garnish (optional)

Directions

 

 

STEP 1

In a small pot, combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and thick slices of green onion.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

 

 

STEP 2

Add the chicken breast to the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.

 

 

STEP 3

Flip the chicken thighs, and continue simmering for an additional 5 minutes,
spooning the sauce over the chicken as it thickens into a glaze.

 

 

STEP 4

Remove from heat, cover with the lid, and let cool completely to ensure the sauce is no longer warm.
Add a soft-boiled egg to the cooled sauce and marinate for 10 minutes.

 

 

STEP 5

Prepare the Sapporo Ichiban Chicken noodles according to the package instructions.

 

 

STEP 6

Slice the chicken chashu into pieces and place them on top of the cooked noodles.
Add marinated eggs and any additional toppings you like.