Pork, Sweet Potato and Shiitake Mushroom Ramen

Name: Pork, Sweet Potato and Shiitake Mushroom Ramen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 ounces ground lean pork; 2 cups small-diced sweet potatoes; 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms; 2 teaspoons grated ginger; 3 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon mirin; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon celery seed; 2 packages ramen noodles (throw out the seasoning packets!); 4 eggs, over easy or poached; Sriracha, for garnish; Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces ground lean pork
2 cups small-diced sweet potatoes
1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
2 teaspoons grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
2 packages ramen noodles (throw out the seasoning packets!)
4 eggs, over easy or poached
Sriracha, for garnish
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
In a Dutch oven or stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the pork and cook until brown, using a wooden spoon to break it up.
3
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pork to a paper towel-lined plate.
4
Add the sweet potatoes and saute until beginning to become tender, 7 to 8 minutes.
5
Add the mushrooms, ginger and garlic and cook until the mushrooms release their water and begin to brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Add the chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot.
8
Add the soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, brown sugar, celery seed and browned pork.
9
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and let simmer 15 minutes.
10
Add the ramen noodles.
11
Simmer until tender, about 5 minutes.
12
Serve in a bowl with an egg on top.
13
Garnish with Sriracha and cilantro.

1244

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 ounces ground lean pork, 2 cups small-diced sweet potatoes, 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Pork, Sweet Potato and Shiitake Mushroom Ramen falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!