Instant Pot Ramen

Introduction

Few dishes rival the comforting allure of ramen, with its deeply savory broth, tender noodles, and customizable toppings. Making authentic-style ramen at home typically takes hours, but this Instant Pot Ramen recipe delivers rich flavor and satisfying results in a fraction of the time.

Fast, versatile, and customizable to your taste, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or serving a crowd with a soul-warming, restaurant-quality meal.

Why This Instant Pot Ramen Is a Game-Changer

Traditional ramen can take all day, but with the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart, bold flavors and perfect noodles come together in under 30 minutes. Pressure cooking extracts deep umami from the broth base (think garlic, ginger, soy), while keeping the noodles pleasantly chewy. Best of all, you can customize every bowl with your favorite proteins and veggies for a meal that’s both comforting and exciting.

Building a Layered Flavorful Broth

A standout ramen begins with a flavorful broth infused by sautéing aromatics like garlic and ginger directly in your Instant Pot. Add chicken or vegetable broth, soy sauce, and a touch of sesame oil, then let the pressure cooker rapidly intensify the flavors in minutes. Enhance the broth further with mushrooms, dried seaweed, or a spoonful of miso, adjusting to your desired depth and complexity.

Perfect Protein and Veggie Add-Ins

A great ramen bowl is a canvas for delicious toppings. To prepare vegetables quickly and uniformly, use a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to dice carrots, onions, or bell peppers. For quick-cooking protein, add sliced chicken, tofu, or even leftover pork to the Instant Pot just before closing the lid.

Once finished, garnish each bowl with vibrant toppings such as green onions, blanched spinach, or corn. For perfectly jammy eggs, rely on a Rapid Egg Cooker to save time and effort.

Assembling Your Bowl Like a Pro

After pressure-cooking, use tongs to divide noodles into serving bowls and ladle over the fragrant, steaming broth. Carefully arrange your chosen toppings for a visually appealing and delicious meal. Balance textures and flavors—think crunchy bean sprouts, shredded chicken (made fast with a handy Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen), or a dash of chili oil for heat.

To keep leftovers fresh and ready for lunch, store components separately using Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup).

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes four generous servings. Each bowl, without add-ins or toppings, contains about 350 calories, 10 grams of fat, 50 grams of carbohydrates, and 20 grams of protein. Actual values will vary based on your choice of protein, noodle variety, and additions.

Instant Pot Ramen Recap

With the Instant Pot, ramen goes from time-intensive to weeknight-friendly—without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction. Its customizable base and wide array of possible toppings make it a perennial favorite for groups or solo dining. Enjoy restaurant-quality ramen, made effortlessly at home.

Instructions

1. Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart. When hot, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
2. Pour in the broth, water, soy sauce, and (if using) miso paste. Stir to dissolve.
3. Add mushrooms, sliced chicken (or tofu), and carrots (julienned quickly using your Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper). Secure the lid, set valve to “Sealing,” and cook on high pressure for 7 minutes.
4. Quick release the pressure. Open the lid, add ramen noodles, and stir to submerge. Replace the lid and let noodles cook in residual heat for 2–3 minutes until tender.
5. Divide noodles and broth among bowls. Add baby spinach and allow to wilt. Top each bowl with halved eggs (prepared with a Rapid Egg Cooker), green onions, and any optional garnishes you love.
6. For shredded chicken toppings, use the handy Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen and sprinkle on top before serving.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

**Note:** To make soft-boiled eggs, cook eggs in your Rapid Egg Cooker or simmer on stovetop for 7 minutes, then transfer to ice water and peel.

Enjoy a steamy, flavor-packed ramen in the time it takes to order takeout—satisfying, slurpable, and made just how you like it!