Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen at Wagamama UK

Wagamama’s Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen offers a deliciously unique twist on traditional ramen in the UK. This dish features tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly paired with a delicate shirodashi broth, known for its light yet flavorful profile. The combination of rich pork and the subtly seasoned broth creates a satisfying balance of taste, enhanced by Wagamama’s signature ramen noodles. Perfect for those seeking a comforting yet refined ramen experience, the Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen brings together quality ingredients in a dish that’s both rich and refreshing.

The Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen perfectly complements Wagamama menu, offering a rich, comforting option alongside their other bold dishes like the Beef Brisket Ramen and Chicken Chilli Ramen. Whether you prefer tender pork, hearty beef, or spicy flavors, Wagamama has something for every taste.

Cost & Availability

Wagamama UK start serving their signature pork belly ramen from 11.00 AM at the cost of ￡14.00.

What Is Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen? 

For those of you who are unaware of what this wonderful treat is? I am elaborating on the dish in a few words.

pork belly shirodashi Ramen is a dish that comprises slow cooked pork belly that is marinated in signature bulgogi sauce and it is then served on top of  ramen noodles that are immersed in chicken broth.

The broth is made more aromatic and flavorful by adding miso and dashi. To enhance the beauty of the presentation pea shoots and some more fresh green veggies are added, that not only glorifies the dish but also adds aroma to the whole meal.

Ingredients that are used in Wagamama Pork Belly are:

• Pork belly that is slow cooked and seasoned with mild condiments.
• Noodles.
• Chicken broth with miso and dashi
• Toppings that include Pea shoots, Menma, spring onions and Wakame.
• A half boiled egg.

Calorie Count

In today’s world it is necessary that you keep a check on your health and overall fitness. To ensure that you are not compromising on your fitness, you must keep a regulatory check on your daily calorie intake.

For this reason, I had researched the calorie information about pork belly shirodashi Ramen ,and here is what I found:

Allergens

Here is a list of Allergens that the pork belly ramen may contain:

• Gluten (barley, wheat)
• Eggs
• Fish
• Soya 

Significance Of Noodles In Japanese Cuisine

Although Noodles do not initially originate from Japanese cuisine, they were actually taken from Chinese cuisine yet now they have made their significant place in Japanese cuisine.

Cooks and skilled chefs have incorporated them skilfully into their meals thus making them a pivotal culinary ingredient. There are many reasons for which these noodles are admired and appreciated by foodies globally.

• Versatility: these noodles can be enjoyed both hot and cold. People use it in soups, meals and salads as well. They have made their place because they bind well with every dish just like rice.
• Comfort: these are considered among comfort foods, be it in the form of a warm ramen bowl or a refreshing plate of soba noodles. They can be enjoyed in every form and are cooked in no time without much hassle.
• Regional Customization: you may customize these noodles as per regional taste specifications. It could be in the form of thick and juicy chicken Gyoza ramen or as spicy chilli chicken noodles mostly popular in Indo-Pakistan. 

From now on Whenever you will enjoy these noodles in any form, do not forget to cherish them because you are enjoying not only a meal but a cultural phenomena. 

 DIY Pork Belly Ramen Wagamama Recipe

For the shirodashi recipe you might need some of the following ingredients:

• Chicken stock 3-4 cups
• Few pieces of oven roasted crispy pork belly. 
• A pack of ramen noodles.
• Eggs half boiled 2 
• Fresh grated ginger ½ inch piece
• Soy sauce 1 tbsp
• Sesame oil 2 tbsp
• Bok choy thinly sliced
• Spring onions chopped as required 
• Cilantro chopped as required 
• Sriracha as required

Cooking & Preparation

• Boil chicken broth.
• Cut oven roasted pork belly into thin slices. Almost ⅛ inch slices lengthwise.
• Fry in hot oil until the slices are crisp.
• Remove excess oil by placing the slices over a kitchen towel.
• In boiling chicken stock add ramen noodles and cook for a minute.
• After a minute add bok choy and ginger.
• Bring to a boil and add ginger, now add soy and sesame oil after removing from heat.
• Pour ramen into a big bowl, top it with half boiled egg that has been cut into two halves.
• Add slices of crispy pork belly.
• Garnish with spring onions, cilantro and sriracha.

Serving suggestion

I recommend that for best taste and results serve it warm and fresh.

Conclusion

Wagamama’s Pork Belly Shirodashi Ramen is the perfect choice for anyone craving a balance of rich flavor and light broth. With its tender pork belly and delicate shirodashi broth, this dish offers a comforting yet refined ramen experience that pairs perfectly with the rest of Wagamama’s diverse menu.