Tori Paitan Ramen

Instructions

1. 1 Blanch chicken bones in boiling water for five minutes, then drain and rinse thoroughly. Place cleaned bones in a large stockpot with fresh water, garlic, and ginger, bringing to a vigorous rolling boil.
2. 2 Maintain a strong boil for four to five hours, adding water as needed to keep bones submerged. The vigorous agitation emulsifies the fat and collagen, transforming the broth from clear to creamy opaque white.
3. 3 Meanwhile, sear chicken thighs in a hot pan until golden on both sides. Braise them in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, and sake for forty minutes until tender enough to slice neatly.
4. 4 Strain the finished broth through a fine mesh sieve, pressing on the solids to extract maximum flavor. Season with soy sauce and salt, adjusting until the broth tastes rich and deeply savory.
5. 5 Cook fresh ramen noodles in rapidly boiling water for ninety seconds until al dente with a slight spring. Drain well and divide among four warmed bowls immediately to prevent clumping.
6. 6 Ladle the hot creamy broth over the noodles and top each bowl with sliced chicken chashu, a halved marinated egg, nori, sliced green onions, and a drizzle of sesame oil.