Cover Photo: Nakiryu/Instagram
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The Tokyo ramen eatery’s first Singapore outlet is located in Plaza Singapura
From chewy noodles to umami-filled broth, ramen is one of the most popular comfort foods in Japan. It’s no different here in Singapore as we constantly see new ramen joints opening around the island, with snaking queues as hungry locals are constantly on the lookout for hearty bowls of noodles.
With our love for this bowl of goodness, it’s no surprise that numerous popular ramen joints from overseas have decided to open international outlets here—the latest being Nakiryu. A familiar name to ramen aficionados, Nakiryu is a one-Michelin-star ramen joint from Tokyo, Japan.
Chef Kazamusa Saito opened the first outlet in 2012, and it quickly became popular for its dan dan noodles and shoyu ramen. In 2017, the beloved joint was awarded one Michelin star and has held it ever since.
If you can’t wait to queue for its ramen, here are some to look out for on the menu.
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1. Dandan noodles
You can’t take a trip to Nakiryu without trying its signature dandan noodles. Each bowl comes with hand-pulled noodles bathed in a flavourful broth of chicken, beef bones, oysters and kombu. The noodles are seasoned with sesame paste and chilli oil, and mixed in with minced pork.
2. Shoyu ramen
Another Nakiryu signature, the shoyu ramen features perfectly al dente noodles in a light shoyu broth created with a secret blend of multiple soy sauces. It’s finished with fork tender char siew slices.
3. Shio ramen
If you prefer your ramen accompanied by a light and delicate broth, go for the shio ramen. The clear and rich broth is complemented by springy noodles and topped with the succulent char siew slices. Each bowl is also finisihed with scallions and fried onions, helping to elevate the flavours of the broth.
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4. Te-ba gyoza
Complement your bowls of noodles with its crisp te-ba gyoza. The dish comprises chicken wings stuffed with a juicy pork filling and fried until golden brown. Have a bite and revel in succulent flavours of chicken and pork.
5. Prawn wonton cha shu ramen in shoyu base
Can't decide if you want to pair your ramen with wonton or cha shu? Why not get both? Each bowl sees its signature shoyu broth ladled over chewy ramen noodles. It’s topped with thinly sliced cha shu and smooth wonton stuffed with a prawn and meat filling.
Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
