Paleo Tonkotsu Ramen
Embark on a flavor-packed journey with this Paleo Tonkotsu Ramen—an innovative, healthier twist on the classic Japanese noodle soup. Made with tender seared pork shoulder or pork belly simmered in a rich broth of creamy coconut milk and savory chicken stock, this recipe offers all the depth and comfort of traditional tonkotsu while remaining entirely Paleo-friendly. Zucchini noodles (zoodles) replace traditional ramen noodles, creating a gluten-free, grain-free base perfect for clean eating. Enhanced with the umami of shiitake mushrooms, coconut aminos, and fish sauce, plus optional toppings like soft-boiled eggs, pork cracklings, and red chili flakes, every bowl is a customizable masterpiece. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and simple steps to craft a restaurant-worthy dish, this Paleo ramen is a cozy, nourishing delight for both your taste buds and your health-conscious lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork shoulder or pork belly
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat, unsweetened)
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 1 tsp Fish sauce
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles (zoodles)
- 2 eggs Soft-boiled eggs (optional, non-vegan Paleo)
- 2 tbsp Green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp Sesame oil (optional)
- 0.25 cup Pork cracklings (optional garnish)
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder or pork belly for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, coconut aminos, and fish sauce. Stir well to combine.
5. Return the seared pork to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for 90 minutes to 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and the flavors are well-developed.
6. Remove the pork from the pot and shred it with two forks. Set aside for topping the ramen later.
7. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with sea salt as needed.
8. In another pot, lightly blanch the zucchini noodles in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and set aside.
9. To assemble the ramen, divide the zoodles into serving bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles.
10. Top each bowl with shredded pork, soft-boiled egg halves (if using), sliced green onions, and any additional garnishes such as sesame oil, pork cracklings, or red chili flakes.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Tonkotsu Ramen!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.6 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.7 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 753 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 7678 mg | 334% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.6 g | ||
| Protein | 151.8 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 4656 mg | 99% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
