A large bowl of Tonkotsu ramen with chashu pork, a soft-boiled egg, and green onions.
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Description

Tonkotsu ramen is a rich and soulful noodle soup that hails from the Hakata district of Fukuoka, Japan. Its defining feature is its incredibly rich, creamy, and opaque pork bone broth, which is achieved by boiling pork bones for many hours until the collagen and fat emulsify into the soup. While a true Tonkotsu broth is a labor of love, this simplified recipe gives you a taste of that deep, savory flavor in a fraction of the time. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal, with chewy ramen noodles, tender slices of pork, a perfectly jammy soft-boiled egg, and a sprinkle of fresh scallions. It’s the perfect project for a weekend when you want to dive deep into the world of ramen.

A Taste of History

Tonkotsu ("pork bone") ramen originated in Fukuoka, Japan. It was initially developed as a quick, cheap, and filling meal for workers at the local fish market. The long-simmering process created a nutrient-dense and flavorful broth that was both satisfying and affordable. The style became so popular that it spread throughout Japan and then the world, becoming one of the most iconic and beloved types of ramen.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Difficulty

Easy

Skills

None

Kitchen

Light

Ingredients & Nutrition

650 kcal

Calories

40 g

Protein

28 g

Fat

60 g

Carbs

4 g

Fiber

8 g

Sugar

1500 mg

Sodium

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