Gather ingredients: ramen noodles, broth (chicken or pork), aromatics (garlic, ginger), soy sauce, salt, pepper, sesame oil (optional), chili oil or paste (optional)
Prepare toppings: sliced green onions, sliced mushrooms, soft-boiled or jammy eggs, cooked chicken or tofu, corn, spinach
Make broth base: heat a pot with a little oil, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant
Add broth: pour in broth and bring to a simmer
Season: stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper; add chili paste/oil if desired
Cook noodles: boil noodles according to package directions; drain
Assemble bowls: add cooked noodles to serving bowls
Pour broth: ladle hot seasoned broth over noodles
Add toppings: arrange eggs, vegetables, meat/tofu, and any extras on top
Finish: drizzle sesame oil and add sliced green onions before serving