This is part of the “Art of Ramen” series.

Sapporo-Style Spicy Miso Flavoring for Ramen Soup
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized onion peeled
- 2 large garlic cloves peeled
- 1 tablespoon lard*
- 2 tablespoons raiyu spicy Chinese oil
- ½ cup red miso
- ½ cup white miso
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Mash the onion and garlic together. Melt the lard in a frying pan and add the raiyu. Put in the onion/garlic mixture and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the misos, soy sauce and sesame oil. Add to the frying pan and cook over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and bubbly. Set aside to cool. If refrigerated, it will keep for a few days.
- When ready to serve, mix Miso flavoring into hot stock and stir to combine (about 2 tablespoons per serving). If refrigerated, it will keep for a few days.
Notes
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