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Soupless Ramen Bowls

Menya Hanabi’s Soupless Ramen is Served without Broth

— September 8, 2017 — Lifestyle
Menya Hanabi is a destination in Tokyo, Japan for a unique Soupless Ramen (maze-soba) that, as its name suggests, is served without any broth.

The dish consists of minced meat that is cooked with spicy red peppers, spring onions, nori, powdered dry fish, chopped raw garlic, plus a raw egg yolk topping that can be broken open and spread over the noodles to create a slightly sticky consistency. On top of this simple base dish, there are several variations that can be customized to one's liking.

Although ramen is primarily known in the west for consisting of noodles and a broth base, eateries and food brands are creating unique variations on the classic dish by experimenting with unique soup bases, as well as instant noodle cups that are sold in varieties that offer additional meat, vegetables or gourmet ingredient add-ins.
Trend Themes
1. Soupless Ramen - There is an opportunity to disrupt the traditional ramen soup market by offering a soupless alternative with unique flavors and ingredients.
2. Customizable Noodle Dishes - Creating customizable bowls of noodles offers a unique experience for customers, allowing them to individualize their meals and choose from a variety of ingredients.
3. Alternative Instant Noodle Cups - Innovating the instant noodle market by offering unique meat, vegetable, and gourmet ingredient add-ins for consumers to enjoy at home or on-the-go.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant Industry - Restaurants can offer soupless ramen dishes with customized toppings and ingredients, catering to consumers looking for unique and personalized dining experiences.
2. Packaged Foods Industry - Companies can innovate the instant noodle market by offering unique flavors and gourmet ingredient add-ins to disrupt the traditional offerings in grocery stores.
3. Food Delivery Industry - Food delivery services can partner with restaurants that offer soupless ramen or customizable noodle dishes to provide a unique and convenient dining option for customers who prefer to eat at home.
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