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Japanese Spicy Sesame Pork Ramen (Tan Tan Men)

A rich, spicy sesame pork ramen with chili oil, soy, bok choy, and a soft egg—deeply comforting yet streamlined for a weeknight.
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Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Pork Base

  • 6 oz Ground pork

Broth & Seasoning

  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp Tahini or sesame paste
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Chili oil
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups Chicken stock

Noodles & Greens

  • 2 packs Top Ramen plain ramen noodles, discard seasoning packets
  • 2 cups Bok choy chopped

To Finish

  • 1 Soft-boiled egg
  • Scallions sliced

Instructions

Brown the Pork

  • Place a medium pot over medium heat.
  • Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up, until lightly browned. If your pork is low in fat, add some neutral oil to help it brown.

Build the Flavor Base

  • Add garlic and ginger and cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in sesame paste, soy sauce, chili oil, and sugar until cohesive.

Add the Broth

  • Pour in chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Cook the Noodles

  • Add ramen noodles directly to the simmering broth.
  • Cook for 2–3 minutes, gently separating as they soften.

Add the Greens

  • Add bok choy during the last 1–2 minutes so it wilts but stays bright.

Serve

  • Divide noodles and broth between bowls.
  • Top with halved soft-boiled egg and sliced scallions.