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When it comes to quick and versatile recipes, a comforting bowl of soup is always a crowd-pleaser. And when that soup is loaded with spicy pork, crunchy broccolini and tender ramen, it’s guaranteed to be a hit. This one pot spicy pork and broccolini ramen soup recipe is the perfect solution for those busy days when you want a meal that’s both flavorful and quick.
The star of this soup is the spicy pork, which is seasoned with sichuan peppercorns and seared to perfection in the same pot as the broccolini. The heat from the pork is balanced out by the tender broccolini and mushrooms, creating a satisfyingly balanced flavor. A few simple ingredients like ramen noodles, garlic, and ginger bring an extra layer of depth to the soup, making each spoonful burst with umami goodness.
The best part? Whip up this soup recipe in just 30 minutes; it’s an ideal choice for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. And, with just one pot to clean up afterwards, it’s also a no-fuss option when you don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen. Make it even better by adding Ling Ling dumplings to the menu. They are easy, delicious, quick to make, and even quicker to clean up when the meal is over.
Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this spicy pork and broccolini ramen recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite. It’s the perfect way to warm up on a chilly evening, or to enjoy a delicious meal any day of the week.
Video: Watch Me Make Spicy Pork and Broccolini Ramen Soup
Ingredient Substitutions and Notes
This recipe is super versatile and allows for lots of substitutions to suit your tastes:
You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for the pork.
You can sub mustard greens, beet greens, Chinese greens or kale for the broccolini
You can sub vegetable stock for the chicken stock
You can use any kind of mushroom (or omit the mushrooms)
Sichuan peppercorns have a unique tingle. Look for them in the spice department of your grocery store, or order them online. I prefer to buy them whole and grind them when I use them.
This one-pot spicy pork and broccolini ramen soup recipe is loaded with flavor and ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1pound ground pork (see notes for substitutions)
8 – 10ounces chopped mushrooms
3 cloves garlic
1 heaping tablespoon fresh grated ginger
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, crushed or ground
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6cups chicken broth (see notes for substitutions)
1 bunch broccolini (see notes for substitutions)
1 bunch green onions, chopped (separate the white bulbs from the green stems)
2 packages ramen noodles
Instructions
In a large heavy pot, add olive oil and ground pork. Season with salt, pepper, Sichuan peppercorns and red pepper flakes (if desired). Cook for 6 – 8 minutes.
Add chopped mushrooms and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Mushrooms should be lightly browned and pork should be fully cooked (no longer pink.)
Add garlic and ginger.
Add broccolini or greens of your choosing (see note for substitutions).
Add 6 cups of chicken stock. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add ramen noodles and simmer for an additional 4 minutes.
Serve and top with green onions.
Notes
You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for the pork.
You can sub mustard greens, beet greens, Chinese greens or kale for the broccolini
You can sub vegetable stock for the chicken stock
You can use any kind of mushroom (or omit the mushrooms)
