Japanese Spicy Sesame Pork Ramen

Brown the Pork

1. 01

   Place a medium pot over medium heat.
2. 02

   Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up, until lightly browned. If your pork is low in fat, add some neutral oil to help it brown.
   

Build the Flavor Base

1. 03

   Add garlic and ginger and cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
2. 04

   Stir in sesame paste, soy sauce, chili oil, and sugar until cohesive.
   

Add the Broth

1. 05

   Pour in chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
2. 06

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Cook the Noodles

1. 07

   Add ramen noodles directly to the simmering broth.
2. 08

   Cook for 2–3 minutes, gently separating as they soften.
   

Add the Greens

1. 09

   Add bok choy during the last 1–2 minutes so it wilts but stays bright.

Serve

1. 10

   Divide noodles and broth between bowls.
2. 11

   Top with halved soft-boiled egg and sliced scallions.