Hawaiian Saimin Noodles Recipe
The history of saimin noodles dates back to the early 20th century when Japanese immigrants introduced ramen noodles to Hawaii. Over time, Hawaiians began incorporating these noodles into their own unique dishes.Saimin became especially popular during World War II, when food supplies were limited, as it was an affordable and filling option. Similar to ramen noodles, Hawaiian saimin is traditionally served in a savory broth with sliced pork, bean sprouts, and green onions. This dish blends Japanese, Chinese, and Filipino influences, adapted over generations to become a Hawaiian staple.
Ingredients
- Chicken or pork broth – 6 cups
- Dashi powder – 1 tbsp
- Soy sauce – ¼ cup
- Sugar – 1 tbsp
- Garlic (minced) – 2 cloves
- Ginger (grated) – 1 tbsp
- Saimin noodles – 1 lb
- Char siu pork (sliced) – ½ lb
- Boiled eggs (peeled and halved) – 4
- Bean sprouts – 1 cup
- Green onions (sliced) – 1 cup
- Fish cake (sliced) – 1 cup
- Fried wonton strips – 1 cup
- Hot sauce – to taste
Instructions
- Bring the water to boil in a large pot.
- Add the chicken or pork broth, dashi powder, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger to the boiling water and then reduce the heat to low. Let the broth simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the saimin noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- To assemble the dish, place a handful of cooked saimin noodles into each bowl. Ladle the broth over the noodles, making sure to cover them completely.
- Add the sliced char siu pork, boiled eggs, bean sprouts, green onions, fish cake, and fried wonton strips to each bowl.
- Serve the saimin noodles hot with hot sauce on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 614kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 47gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 318mgSodium: 2445mgFiber: 3gSugar: 11g
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