Tonkotsu Broth

Immerse yourself in the rich, creamy decadence of homemade Tonkotsu Broth, a cornerstone of authentic Japanese ramen. This indulgent broth features the deep umami flavors of pork bones, fatback, and aromatic vegetables like ginger, garlic, leek, and onion, simmered to perfection over 16 hours for an irresistibly velvety texture. The meticulous process of boiling, skimming, and slow-cooking ensures a luxurious, milky-white broth that's bursting with complex depth. Ideal as a base for tonkotsu ramen, this recipe creates eight servings of savory delight, perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a gourmet experience at home. Customize with your favorite toppings, and let this authentic Tonkotsu Broth transport you to a cozy ramen shop in Japan.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:720 mins

Total Time:750 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 kilograms Pork bones (preferably trotters and neck bones)
• 500 grams Pork fatback
• 8 liters Water
• 50 grams Ginger
• 1 bulb Garlic
• 1 whole Leek
• 1 large Onion
• 1 tablespoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the pork bones. Rinse them under cold water and then soak them in a pot of cold water for about 1 hour to remove impurities.

Step 2

Drain the bones and place them in a large stock pot. Cover with fresh water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, allow the bones to boil vigorously for about 10 minutes. Skim off any scum that forms on the surface.

Step 3

Drain the bones again and rinse them under cold water to remove any remaining scum. Clean the pot as well.

Step 4

Return the cleaned bones to the pot along with the pork fatback. Add 8 liters of fresh water.

Step 5

Slice the ginger into thin pieces, cut the garlic in half crosswise, chop the leek into large chunks, and roughly chop the onion.

Step 6

Add these vegetables to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a steady, strong simmer.

Step 8

Let the broth simmer uncovered for 12 hours. Stir occasionally and top up with hot water to keep the bones submerged.

Step 9

After 12 hours, remove the pork fatback from the pot. Blend or finely chop the fatback and return it to the broth for a richer texture.

Step 10

Continue to simmer for another 4 hours, adding water if needed.

Step 11

Once the broth is done, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another large pot or container to remove solids.

Step 12

Season the broth with salt to taste.

Step 13

Let the broth cool, then refrigerate overnight to allow the fat to solidify on the surface. Skim off the solidified fat before reheating.

Step 14

To serve, reheat the broth and use it as a base for your favorite tonkotsu ramen recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(11057.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9112.9

Total Fat 801.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 296.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 1876.8mg	0%
Sodium 8939.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 371.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1153.0mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 5457.7mg	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: 80.5%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 3.0%