Authentic Japanese Scallop Soup with Ramen Noodles

Name: Authentic Japanese Scallop Soup with Ramen Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 (3 ounce) package instant ramen noodles (exclude seasoning packet); 2 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine); 1 1/3 teaspoons dashi no moto (instant dashi or fish-broth powder), available at Asian markets; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 5 shiitake mushrooms, sliced; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon butter; 8 scallops

Servings: persons

2 cups water
1 (3 ounce) package instant ramen noodles (exclude seasoning packet)
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
1 1/3 teaspoons dashi no moto (instant dashi or fish-broth powder), available at Asian markets
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
5 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon butter
8 scallops

1
Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan.
2
Cook ramen noodles in boiling water until tender, 2 to 3 minutes; drain.
3
Rinse with cold water to stop cooking process.
4
Divide noodles between 2 soup bowls.
5
Bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan.
6
Stir soy sauce, mirin, dashi no moto, and rice vinegar into the boiling water.
7
Reduce heat to low.
8
Add shiitake mushrooms, green onions, and ginger to the water; cook at a simmer until mushrooms are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
9
Pour about half the mixture over each portion of noodles.
10
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Cook scallops in melted butter until opaque in the middle, about 3 minutes.
12
Put 4 cooked scallops into each soup bowl to serve.

171

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 1 (3 ounce) package instant ramen noodles (exclude seasoning packet), 2 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Authentic Japanese Scallop Soup with Ramen Noodles falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!