26 mar 2026

Akari’s Chicken Shoyu Ramen Recipe

De Team MUSUBI

Even in the midst of busy daily life, there are moments when you suddenly crave the comforting flavors of Japan. Instead of a rich, heavy bowl of restaurant-style ramen, you may find yourself wanting something lighter, gentler on the body, yet deeply satisfying. This Chicken Shoyu Ramen was created with that feeling in mind by home-cooking expert Hasegawa Akari.

Rather than recreating ramen for dining out, Hasegawa envisioned a healthy, authentic shoyu ramen meant to be enjoyed at home. For her, the flavor of soy sauce represents the very foundation of “Japanese taste,” something she naturally returns to, especially after coming back from abroad. The result is a clear, softly flavored bowl that sits somewhere between Japanese soba and the simple, classic ramen often served at neighborhood Chinese restaurants in Japan, offering warmth and comfort without heaviness.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

9 oz (250 g) chicken thigh or breast
2 portions fresh Chinese-style noodles

Broth:

3 1/3 cups (800 ml) water
0.5 oz (15 g) ginger, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 Tbsp soy sauce
About 0.3 oz (8 g) kombu (dried kelp)

Toppings:

Chopped scallions, to taste
Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1. Prepare the Chicken

Prick the chicken all over with a fork.

Step 2. Make the Broth

Place the chicken and all ingredients for the broth into a pot. Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer gently for 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the chicken rest in the broth for about 10 minutes.

Step 3. Finish the Chicken and Broth

Remove the chicken, ginger, and kombu from the pot. Season the broth with a pinch of salt to adjust the flavor.

Slice the meat thinly on a diagonal.

Step 4. Cook the Noodles

Boil the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain well and divide between two ramen bowls.

Step 5. Assemble

Pour the hot broth over the noodles. Top with the sliced chicken, chopped scallions, and a generous sprinkle of black pepper.

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Hasegawa Akari

Hasegawa Akari, a chef and dietitian, transitioned from being a child actor to studying nutrition in college. She gained fame in 2022 with her recipes on social media and has since become a popular influencer, contributing to magazines, websites, and cooking events.