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Flavorful Lobster Ramen

Category: Lunch

Lobster meat dives into a miso-flavored seafood broth with soy sauce and sesame oil. Garlic and ginger get lightly cooked first to bring out their flavors while mushrooms add a nice earthy touch. Ramen noodles soak up all the tastes, finished off with fresh baby spinach and green onions for a bright pop. Cooking right keeps the lobster tender and the broth just right, making a satisfying bowl full of flavor and texture.

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Dana
Recipe Created By Dana
Last updated on Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:51:16 GMT
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A delicious meal of noodles, eggs, and shrimp. | chefsnaps.com

This lobster ramen mixes rich seafood vibes with a classic favorite. It blends a tasty, umami-packed broth with soft lobster pieces and fresh greens. Perfect for when you want something cozy yet a bit fancy.

This has quickly become one of my favorites for showing off without a long kitchen session. Every bite feels indulgent and nourishing.

Needed Ingredients

  • Seafood stock: the broth’s umami base, can be homemade or store-bought
  • Ramen noodles: springy and soak up flavors, fresh ones have better texture
  • Baby spinach: fresh and bright, make sure to wash well
  • Green onions: add a little sharpness and freshness, use white and green parts
  • Lobster tails: sweet, tender seafood taste; fresh or quality frozen works
  • Miso paste: adds a savory depth with slight tang, white or yellow is good
  • Soy sauce: salty and deep, look for naturally brewed to keep it smooth
  • Sliced mushrooms: firm and unblemished, they bring earthiness and more texture
  • Fresh ginger and garlic: kick off the broth with spicy, aromatic base
  • Sesame oil: nutty scent that lifts the whole dish

Step-by-Step Cooking

A bowl of lobster ramen with shrimp and egg.
A bowl of lobster ramen with shrimp and egg. | chefsnaps.com

Lobster ramen feels special at our place. The sweet lobster mixed with miso broth and fresh greens never fails to jazz up a weeknight or wow friends casually.

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Tasty Pairings

A bowl of lobster ramen with shrimp and egg.
A bowl of lobster ramen with shrimp and egg. | chefsnaps.com

This lobster ramen is all about simple good stuff coming together. The rich lobster paired with deep-flavored broth makes cooking feel like a fun treat to share. Enjoy every bit of making it, and then every spoonful.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ How do I ensure lobster remains tender in the broth?

Boil lobster tails in salted water just until they’re done. Add the lobster to the broth last so it warms up without getting tough.

→ Can I substitute seafood stock with another base?

You can swap seafood stock for light chicken or veggie stock, but the broth won’t be as rich or lobster-forward.

→ What is the role of miso paste in this dish?

Miso paste gives the broth a deep, savory flavor with a mild sweetness that blends well with the seafood.

→ Why is it important to sauté garlic and ginger before adding broth?

Cooking garlic and ginger in sesame oil first frees up their aromas and adds a fragrant base that lifts the whole broth.

→ When should the baby spinach be added?

Put in spinach near the end so it wilts slightly but stays fresh and bright.

Lobster Ramen

Soft lobster paired with miso broth, ramen noodles, and garden-fresh veggies for a cozy bowl.

Preparation Duration
20 minutes
Time to Cook
20 minutes
Overall Time
40 minutes
Recipe Created By: Dana

Type of Recipe: Lunch

Cooking Skill Level: For Moderate Skills

Cuisine Style: Japanese

Serving Amount: 2 Number of Servings (2 bowls)

Dietary Options: No Dairy Included

Ingredients You'll Need

→ Broth and Liquids

01 480 ml water
02 1 tablespoon sesame oil
03 2 tablespoons soy sauce
04 960 ml seafood stock
05 1 tablespoon miso paste

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

06 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
07 1 cup baby spinach
08 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
09 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
10 2 green onions, chopped

→ Noodles

11 2 packets ramen noodles

→ Seafood

12 2 lobster tails

Detailed Preparation Steps

Step 01

Dish out the ramen into bowls and sprinkle chopped green onions on top.

Step 02

Carefully toss in the lobster pieces and spinach. Let it cook just 2 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything’s warmed up.

Step 03

Drop the ramen noodles into the broth and cook them as the package says.

Step 04

Pour in the seafood stock and water, then bring it to a soft boil. Stir in soy sauce and miso paste until they're mixed well.

Step 05

Warm up sesame oil in a big pot on medium heat. Toss in garlic and ginger, cooking them just until they smell nice, not brown. Add the mushrooms and cook about 3 minutes till a bit soft.

Step 06

Take the lobster tails out of the hot water and let them cool for a bit. Pull out the meat and chop it into bite-sized chunks.

Step 07

Fill a pot with salted water, bring it to a boil, and cook the lobster tails for 5 to 7 minutes until they’re just done.

Helpful Tips

  1. Don’t cook lobster too long or it’ll get tough and lose its sweet taste.

Essential Kitchen Tools

  • Measuring cups
  • Knife
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan

Allergy Information

Always check labels for allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has shellfish and soy

Nutrition Information (Per Portion)

Nutrition facts are provided for reference and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 480
  • Fat Content: ~
  • Carbohydrate Amount: ~
  • Protein Content: ~