CHICKEN GYOZA RAMEN –  A STEAMY AFFAIR BY WAGAMAMA

My Journey Of Love With Gyoza Ramen Wagamama

The specialty of Japanese cuisine is their Ramen variety, on my recent visit I tried my hands on their Chicken Gyoza Ramen, served with boiled eggs and mushrooms. The protein packed rich meal has captured my heart along with the taste buds.

The ramen with gyoza is a delightful healthy combination of juicy chicken dumplings, ramen noodles, a rich broth and a handful of fresh veggies. Also the vibrant colors of bok choy leaves and red colored chilli oil.

As soon as I took the first spoonful into my mouth I was amused by the flavors and warm taste of the broth. Being an avid noodle fan, the alluring taste filled my mouth with aromatic flavors, making me a die-hard fan of gyoza ramen.

The chicken dumplings were the real star of the meal, juicy and tender dumplings taste wonderful when dipped in the aromatic soy sauce and broth. 

As an extreme foodie and a devoted fan of Japanese cuisine, I have always loved visiting Wagamama UK. Their innovative menu and delicious food items are on my go-to list whenever I want to have a fine-dining experience.

Availability and cost

The Wagamama Chicken Gyoza Ramen is available at the cost of £14.5, as soon as they start serving meals, the restaurant usually opens at 10.00 A.M and they start their meal service shortly at 11.00 A.M.

Chicken Gyoza Ramen

The Magical Flavor Profile Of Gyoza Ramen

If I summarize my experience of tasting these Chicken Gyoza Ramen treats, then I must say that from my first slurp of broth to the last bite of ramen noodles, this dish serves as a delectable treat for my tastebuds. The cravings for an extremely healthy and delicious food was served with the Wagamama Ramens.

The chicken broth served as a perfect and complementing base for the rich and juicy dumplings. Each bite of the dumplings made me want for more. The crispiness of the fried dumplings add hints of crunchiness that makes the meal more flavorful.

The ramen noodles that had been cooked and served in the broth made them juicy and tasty. The gooey texture of these noodles were balanced perfectly with bok choy and crunchy vegetables. 

You may opt for the toppings like sesame seeds, bean sprouts and scallions to enhance the flavor at the fullest.

For those who love to have nutritious and delectable treats these Chicken Gyoza Ramen are a treat to the tastebuds.

Fun Fact

Ramen is not a native dish of Japan, it was introduced by the Chinese in the Edo Period, where it was typically made of wheat noodles cooked in broth. In Japan they embraced it and made regional changes into it.

Nutritional Information Of Chicken Gyoza Ramen

We live in an era where healthy eating is the new norm of life. Being a health freak, I have been in a habit of knowing the nutritional information of everything that I consume to adhere to the dietary routine I follow. 

I have researched and gathered information about the nutritional information of Chicken Gyoza Ramen and here is what I found:

Nutritional InformationPer servingPer 100 gram
Energy (kcal)69894
Energy (KJ)2940395
Protein (g)28.163.79
Carbohydrates (g)100.5113.51
Of which sugars (g)10.661.43
Fat (g)20.172.71
Saturated fat (g)2.540.34
Fiber (g)6.510.88
Sodium (g)4.050.54
Salt (g)10.121.36

Allergens

Here is the list of allergens that the dish might contain:

  • Cereal containing Gluten (barley, wheat)
  • Eggs
  • Fish
  • Sesame seeds
  • Soya
  • Sulphur DiOxide, sulphites

It is also recommended that people with dietary restrictions must make informed orders to avoid any bad incidents that are food-borne.

What Is The Place Of Chicken Gyoza Ramen In Japanese Cuisine

In modern Japanese cuisine, Gyoza has a creative twist that appeals to people with variable taste palates. The popularity and fame that the dish has gained over a little period of time shows that Japanese cuisine is evolving and adapting to newer tastes while not completely forbidding the original Japanese taste and cuisine specialities.

The dish’s evolution emphasizes on taste and international influences while beholding the traditional simplicity that is the root of “washoku”.

The Wagamama UK is dedicated to serve authentic Japanese cuisine with traditional dining experience. They are committed to providing legitimate Japanese cuisine with innovation yet do not compromise on its traditional taste and texture.

Wagamama Chicken Gyoza Ramen Recipe

As I said, I have been an avid fan of Wagamama Noodle, therefore I crave them every now and then. That’s why I had tried different recipes and then came up with one that is almost the same as served at Wagamama.

Here is my version of the Gyoza Ramen recipe which you can make at home and enjoy the traditional taste of Japanese Cuisine. Have a look:

Ingredients

  • 1 Store bought ready to eat Ramen Pack.
  • 1 large egg
  • Handful of spinach
  • ¼ cup Sliced mushrooms 
  • 4-5 chicken Gyoza

Preparation

  • Start with veggies, wash the spinach, and slice the mushrooms.
  • Boil the egg, peel the skin of the egg, if you want soy flavored egg, dip the egg without slicing into soy, drain and slice it lengthwise before adding it into the ramen bowl.
  • Cook veggies and gyoza together until gyoza is completely ready.
  • Cook and fry ramen according to the given instructions.
  • Stir fry the noodles and gyozas before final assembling.
  • You can skip frying and just mix all ingredients together if you do not want them crispy and crunchy.
  • Now mix ramen and gyozas together.
  • Top it with spinach, mushrooms and egg.
  • You may drizzle some soy and chilli oil for extra tangy and spiciness.

Customer Reviews

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Kaito, a software geek, who hails from Japan, states that he loves to visit Wagamama UK, whenever he craves for traditional and authentic Japanese food. 
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FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

In regular ramen, the toppings typically include sliced pork, bamboo shoots but in chicken gyoza ramens it is usually topped with fried chicken dumplings. These dumplings serve as the main protein component of the dish. The taste and texture of the dumplings combined with ramen makes it a tasty treat for Ramen lovers.

Chicken Gyoza ramen can be a balanced meal, offering a mix of protein and carbohydrates. The vegetables add the vitamin content into the dish. You may make it healthier by opting for whole wheat noodles and add extra veggies. Also stay conscious while adding high calorie content like chilli oil etc.

The Wagamama UK is a popular British restaurant that serves authentic Japanese cuisine in an ambience that resembles traditional Japanese Dine settings.

At Wagamama, they not only serve authentic Japanese food at the restaurant but also facilitate their customers through take away orders and home delivery orders through their web portal. Also third party food delivery partners deliver food from Wagamama.

The term “washoku” means “Japanese food” OR “Japanese Cuisine”, and it highlights not only the food itself but also the practices and cultural contexts of the food.

Conclusion

My journey with Japanese cuisine has evolved over time, I fell in love with every dish that I try. But, as a matter of fact, the Chicken Gyoza Ramen at Wagamama is something that I would love to have. And I would also recommend you to go and try the gyoza ramen served there. If you’r a health and taste freak, then it is a must try. 

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