Whole30 Tonkotsu Ramen

Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Whole30 Tonkotsu Ramen, a healthier twist on the Japanese classic that’s completely grain-free, dairy-free, and compliant with your Whole30 lifestyle. This comforting bowl features tender, slow-simmered pork shoulder, a creamy cauliflower-based broth infused with garlic, ginger, and coconut milk, and vibrant zucchini noodles (zoodles) in place of traditional ramen noodles. Nutritional yeast and coconut aminos add savory, umami depth, while optional garnishes like soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and nori sheets elevate the dish. Perfect for meal prep or cozy nights, this paleo-friendly ramen delivers all the indulgence of tonkotsu ramen without compromising on nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless pork shoulder
• 1 head Cauliflower
• 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened, full-fat)
• 6 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger (fresh)
• 2 Shallots
• 2 tbsp Ghee or olive oil
• 6 cups Chicken bone broth (Whole30-compliant)
• 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
• 3 tbsp Coconut aminos
• 1 tsp Sea salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 Zucchini
• 2 Soft-boiled eggs (optional, for garnish)
• 2 Green onions
• 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional)
• 1 Nori sheets (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of ghee or olive oil.

Step 2

Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until nicely browned, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove the pork and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the garlic, ginger, and shallots, sautéing until aromatic and lightly browned, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chicken bone broth to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add the seared pork back in.

Step 5

Cover the pot with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 2–3 hours until the pork is tender and easily shred with a fork.

Step 6

While the pork simmers, prepare the cauliflower cream. Steam the head of cauliflower until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Blend the steamed cauliflower with 1 cup of unsweetened coconut milk until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Once the pork has finished cooking, remove it from the pot and shred it with two forks.

Step 8

Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding the solids. Return the strained broth to the pot over medium heat.

Step 9

Stir in the cauliflower cream, nutritional yeast, coconut aminos, sea salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 10

Using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles (zoodles) from the zucchini. Set aside.

Step 11

To assemble, divide the zucchini noodles into bowls. Top each bowl with shredded pork and ladle the creamy broth over it.

Step 12

Garnish with sliced green onions, soft-boiled eggs (if using), sesame seeds, and nori sheets as desired.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30-compliant Tonkotsu ramen!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3406.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2835.9

Total Fat 199.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 806.6mg	0%
Sodium 8382.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 61.2g
Protein 179.1g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 510.5mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 6263.0mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 14.9%