How to recreate Himeji Ramen from "Toraishun"

Introduction

This is a recipe that recreates the Chinese noodles from Toraishun, a restaurant that represents Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture.
"Toraishun" Chinese noodles are characterized by a light soup Light taste with a Japanese-style dashi base made from Kombu and dried sardines. Although it is light in flavor, it has a strong umami flavor and a deep richness that makes it so delicious you'll find yourself gulping it down.
This is a recipe that uses commercial Ramen soup to easily recreate the taste of Toraishun 's Chinese noodles.

How to make Himeji Ramen from Toraishun

Toraishun 's Materials

・Water…10ℓ
・Chicken bones...3kg
・Pork knuckles)...1kg
・[Commercial Use] Pork Clear Soup (CP-BC6)... 2kg
・ Garlic...100g
・ Ginger...100g

How to make Toraishun

1. Boil chicken bones and pork knuckles in boiling water for 2-3 minutes to Blood removal, then immediately remove and rinse under running water.
2. Place the bled chicken bones and pork knuckles into a pot and simmer over low heat for 2 hours.
3. By carefully removing the scum that appears during the process, you can reduce strange odors and unpleasant flavors.
4. Add the vegetables and simmer over low heat for 2 hours.
5. Cook while breaking down the bones, and if the soup Evaporation and reduces during cooking, add water to make up for the loss and return it to the original amount.
6. Once the bones have been broken down, they will form the base of the flavor. [For commercial use] Add frozen pork clear soup (CP-BC6) and dissolve over low heat.
7. Once the frozen soup has thawed and the flavors have blended well, it is ready.

History and origins

Himeji Ramen is said to have originated from Toraishun, which was founded in 1946. It is a popular Chinese restaurant that also incorporates Japanese flavors. It is also famous for its shumai dumplings served with sauce. The area is home to a thriving Shoyu, Sake, and mirin industries, which are thought to have led to their widespread use as ingredients in Ramen. Himeji Ramen is characterized by Shoyu Ramen topped with chopped Ginger. There is no specific definition for Ramen soup, and the strength of the flavor varies from Ramen shop to ramen shop, apparently influencing the nearby Banshu Ramen.

Store Information

• Store name: Toraishun
• Address: 111 Nishinikaicho, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture
• Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00-19:30
• Closed: Tuesdays and the third Monday of every month

*Business hours and holidays may change, so please check with the store before visiting.

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Precautions

*Created by Nishio Ryoichi as an homage to "Toraishun."

*This recipe is for reference only. It aims to have a similar taste, but may differ from the authentic "Toraishun" recipe.

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