How to Make Ramen Noodles Step by Step

These days, a growing number of Americans realize there's a lot more to ramen than the dried bricks you can buy with loose change at the supermarket. Ramen restaurants are popping up all over the country and serving traditional styles, and thanks to Sun Noodle, you can even make instant ramen that's totally respectable.

But while people are getting used to eating great ramen, making it at home is still a stretch. Preparing a tonkotsu broth takes at least a day add to that finding the right noodles and preparing the toppings and you've got a serious project on your hands. But it's worth the effort for a bowl of rich, creamy, hearty ramen. If you're ready to give it a try, we've rounded up our favorite recipes for classic (and not-so-classic) broths and flavorful toppings like marinated eggs and braised pork.

1. Ramen Rich and Creamy Tonkotsu Ramen Broth

2. Miso Ramen With Crispy Pork and Burnt Garlic-Sesame Oil

3. The Ultimate Rich and Creamy Vegan Ramen With Roasted Vegetables and Miso Broth

4. Turkey Paitan Ramen With Crispy Turkey and Soft-Cooked Egg

5. Homemade Shin Cup-Style Spicy Korean Ramyun Beef Noodle Soup

6. Quick Kimchi Ramen With Shiitake Mushrooms and Soft-Cooked Egg

7. Seafood Ramen With Squid Ink, Mussels, and Salmon Roe

8. Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Ramen) With Shrimp, Ham, and Vegetables

9. Toppings Japanese Marinated Soft Boiled Egg for Ramen

10. Chashu Pork (Marinated Braised Pork Belly for Tonkotsu Ramen)

11. Smoked Eggplant

12. Mayu (Black Garlic Oil)

13. Burnt Garlic-Sesame-Chili Oil for Ramen