Vegetarian Homemade Ramen Broth

Elevate your ramen game with this rich and flavorful Vegetarian Homemade Ramen Broth—an umami-packed base perfect for crafting restaurant-quality noodle bowls at home. This recipe uses a medley of fresh vegetables, including leeks, carrots, and onions, paired with dried shiitake mushrooms and kombu to create a deep, savory depth of flavor. A hint of soy sauce and miso paste adds authentic Japanese flair, while garlic and ginger infuse warmth and complexity. Simmered low and slow, this vegan-friendly broth is a versatile foundation for all your favorite ramen toppings, from soft-boiled eggs to tofu and bok choy. With just 10 minutes of prep and an hour of simmering, this homemade ramen broth guarantees the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication in every bowl.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 whole Garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
• 2 inches Fresh ginger, sliced
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 2 medium Carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks Leeks, chopped
• 1 cup Dried shiitake mushrooms
• 10 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Miso paste
• 1 sheet Kombu (dried kelp)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the smashed garlic cloves, sliced ginger, chopped onion, and chopped carrots to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the onions are soft and slightly caramelized.

Step 3

Add the leeks and dried shiitake mushrooms, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the leeks are softened.

Step 4

Pour in 10 cups of water and stir in the soy sauce and miso paste until well combined.

Step 5

Add the kombu sheet to the pot.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 60 minutes.

Step 7

After an hour, remove the kombu sheet and discard it.

Step 8

Continue to simmer the broth for an additional 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen.

Step 9

Strain the broth through a fine mesh strainer into another pot to remove the solids, leaving a smooth broth.

Step 10

Season the broth with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve hot as a base for your favorite ramen toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3045.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1186.6

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5851.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 2566.7IU	0%
Calcium 326.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 3514.2mg	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: 21.6%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 67.2%