Tantanmen Ramen
This creamy, spicy ramen is inspired by Tantanmen , a bold and comforting noodle soup known for its nutty sesame flavor and savory ground meat topping. My version is designed to be approachable for home cooks, using easy-to-find ingredients like peanut butter and soy milk while still delivering the rich, umami-packed flavor that makes Tantanmen so satisfying. The combination of a silky broth, spicy pork topping, and fresh vegetables creates a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and texture. Whether you’re making it for a cozy weeknight dinner or to impress ramen lovers, this recipe brings restaurant-style comfort straight to your kitchen. Tantanmen Ramen Sauce for Pork Topping ½ tsp sugar 1 tbsp Chinese chili bean paste (doubanjiang) 1 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp sake Tare (Soup Seasoning) 2 tbsp peanut butter 1 tbsp chili oil 1 tsp rice vinegar Either: 2 tbsp soy sauce + 1 tbsp mirin OR 2½ tbsp tsuyu ...