Low Carb Tonkotsu Ramen

Indulge in the rich, savory comfort of **Low Carb Tonkotsu Ramen**, a keto-friendly twist on the beloved Japanese classic. This recipe captures the creamy, umami-packed broth of traditional tonkotsu ramen, but swaps carb-heavy noodles for tender, spiralized zucchini. Slow-simmered pork belly infuses the broth with deep flavor, while unsweetened almond milk and white miso paste maintain its signature creaminess. Topped with soft-boiled eggs, nori, and a drizzle of chili oil, this dish delivers authentic ramen flavors without the guilt. Perfect for those following a low-carb or gluten-free lifestyle, this hearty ramen is sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping your diet on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Pork belly
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 thumb-sized piece Ginger
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 3 medium Zucchini (spiralized into noodles)
• 2 whole Soft-boiled eggs
• 1 sheet Nori sheets
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the broth. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the sesame oil.

Step 2

Smash the garlic and ginger with the flat side of a knife and roughly chop. Add them to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the pork belly to the pot and sear it on both sides until it develops a golden brown crust. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 4

Pour the chicken broth into the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the unsweetened almond milk, miso paste, soy sauce, and green onions (reserve some of the green tops for garnish). Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Return the pork belly to the pot. Cover and simmer the broth on low heat for 75 minutes to develop a rich flavor. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 6

While the broth simmers, prepare the zucchini noodles by spiralizing three medium zucchinis. Set aside.

Step 7

Prepare the soft-boiled eggs by boiling them for 6 minutes, then transferring them to an ice bath. Peel the eggs and cut them in half. Set aside.

Step 8

Once the broth is finished, remove the pork belly from the pot and slice it into thin pieces.

Step 9

Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the broth into a clean pot to remove the garlic, ginger, and green onions, leaving you with a smooth, creamy soup base.

Step 10

In serving bowls, divide the spiralized zucchini noodles equally. Pour the hot broth over the noodles to soften them.

Step 11

Top each bowl with slices of pork belly, a soft-boiled egg, chopped green onion tops, and small pieces of nori sheet. Drizzle a bit of chili oil for an extra kick if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb Tonkotsu ramen!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2426.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1956.3

Total Fat 170.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.7g
Cholesterol 535.3mg	0%
Sodium 7048.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 64.9g	0%

Vitamin D 219.8IU	0%
Calcium 945.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 3519.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.3%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 9.6%