Simplified Onomichi-Style Ramen

Instructions

1. In a skillet, cook bacon slices until crispy. Set aside on paper towels, but reserve 1 tablespoon of the rendered bacon fat.
2. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
3. Add the chicken broth and fish sauce (as a simplified substitute for dashi/dried fish stock). Stir well to combine.
4. Add soy sauce and the reserved bacon fat to create the rich, fatty broth characteristic of Onomichi-style ramen.
5. Allow the broth to simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
6. In a separate pot, cook the ramen noodles according to package directions, then drain well.
7. Place cooked noodles in a bowl and ladle the hot broth over them.
8. Top with crispy bacon slices (as a substitute for traditional roast pork), drained canned bamboo shoots, and chopped green onions.
9. For authentic Onomichi style, drizzle a small amount of additional melted bacon fat or neutral oil on top to create a layer of fat on the surface.
10. Serve immediately while hot.