ramen recipe with brocollini

Ingredients

• 2 servings (approx. 200 g total) fresh ramen noodles (or packaged ramen noodles without seasoning)
• 1 bunch broccolini (about 200 g), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced (or substitute with cremini)
• 1 medium carrot (about 80 g), julienned
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated (about 1 tablespoon)
• 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
• 2 tablespoons miso paste (white or red, depending on your preference)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use low-sodium if desired)
• 1 tablespoon mirin (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (divided: 1 tsp for the broth, 1 tbsp for sautéing)
• 1 scallion (green onion), thinly sliced (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 soft-boiled egg (optional, one per serving)
• Chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste