Water, Soy sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt) (33%), Salt, Glucose syrup, Sunflower oil, Flavour enhancers (Monosodium glutamate, Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), Hydrolysed soy protein, Ethyl alcohol, Spices, Modified starch, Thickener (Xanthan gum), Natural flavouring, Yeast extract, Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum) powder.
Our vegan ramen broth
Ramen is a popular Japanese noodle soup, with endless delicious variations to discover. Whatever kind of ramen you fancy, Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base is the key to unlocking a whole world of flavour. For one serving, simply dissolve 2 tablespoons in 270 ml of boiling water to create the perfect starting point, ready to customise with your favourite toppings. It’s quick, easy and vegan-friendly, making it simple to enjoy a delicious bowl whenever you fancy.
By the way: Shoyu is the Japanese word for soy sauce, which is why Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base has such depth of umami flavour. Shoyu ramen is an absolute classic in Japan.
Japanese ramen culture offers a wide variety of flavour profiles—miso, shio (salt), spicy kimchi and umami-rich tonkotsu. Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base provides a versatile foundation for exploring them all. It's never been easier to bring these diverse, traditional flavours to your own kitchen. Be bold and experiment—try adding miso or other ingredients.
What can you make with Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base?
When it comes to ramen, the only limit is your imagination—here are some ideas to get you started:
- Noodles: ramen, udon or soba noodles, as well as European pasta such as spaghetti, tortellini and ravioli – even dumplings
- Protein: meat, fish or plant-based alternatives
- Vegetables: bok choy (pak choi), bean sprouts, Chinese cabbage, spring onions, spinach, carrots and any kind of mushrooms
- Toppings: marinated eggs or kimchi (if you like a bit of heat) – anything you fancy!
If this has made you hungry and you're looking for ideas, you'll find plenty of inspiration in our Ramen Recipe Collection here.
If you'd like to find out more about the history and variety of ramen, there's lots to explore here.
As easy as 1, 2, 3
With Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base, you can whip up a delicious bowl of shoyu ramen in minutes.
Prepare the base: dissolve 2 tbsp of Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base in 270 ml of boiling water.
Stir: mix until fully combined.
Finish: add the cooked noodles and top with the meat or vegetables of your choice. Done!
Recipe inspiration and further uses
With Kikkoman Ramen Soup Base, you can create a whole range of ramen variations, as well as other Japanese- and Chinese-style soups. But its versatility doesn’t stop there—it’s a true all-rounder in the kitchen:
- As a seasoning for wok dishes: adds instant umami to stir-fries
- As a marinade: ideal for marinating meat and vegetables
- As a soup seasoning: adds depth of flavour to European soups and stews
- As a sauce for noodles: the secret ingredient for creating rich, flavourful noodle dishes
