Hawaiian Ramen Soup
What Started it all:
Ramen butter egg pineapple sugar beef nori = Hawaiian ramen souo
This unique fusion dish combines the savory flavors of traditional ramen with a tropical twist of pineapple. Perfect for a family dinner or a fun gathering with friends, this Hawaiian Ramen Soup is sure to tantalize your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 8 cups of water
- 4 packs of instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 pound of beef (thinly sliced)
- 4 sheets of nori (seaweed), cut into strips
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the pineapple chunks and sugar to the boiling water. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the broth with pineapple flavor.
- Remove the pineapple chunks with a slotted spoon and set them aside for later.
- In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Add the ramen noodles to the pineapple-infused broth and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 3-4 minutes).
- While the noodles are cooking, bring another small pot of water to a boil and gently add the eggs. Boil for 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs, then transfer them to an ice bath to cool. Peel and set aside.
- Divide the cooked ramen noodles and broth evenly among 4 bowls.
- Top each bowl with the cooked beef slices, pineapple chunks, and a soft-boiled egg (cut in half).
- Garnish with strips of nori.
- Give the soup a final taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
This Hawaiian Ramen Soup is a delightful blend of flavors that brings a touch of the tropics to your table. The sweetness of the pineapple perfectly complements the savory beef and rich ramen broth. Enjoy this unique and tasty dish with family and friends!