Ramen….mmmmm. I was first introduced to the non-dried packet version when I visited my brother in Tokyo several years ago. Now it seems whatever city we go to, we try to locate a ramen shop to sample the wares.
On our way back from an errand, Jim and I decided to hit up the Santouka Ramen shop / booth at the Mitsuwa Marketplace in San Jose. This isn’t really a standalone shop, its actually built inside of the Mitsuwa market place. When you enter the store, its the first little store front on the right (past the first glass counter). Jim got a combo with shoyu ramen. Normally, I order a some type of shio ramen with extra menma (bamboo shoots), and I end up giving the pork slices to Jim. But this time I got the ramen with the “special” pork. I was intrigued when the receipt called it “Toro Shio” ramen.
Wow. The special pork really is special: buttery, smooth, slightly salty. The broth was exquisite. Creamy, milky white goodness with perfectly cooked noodles. I ate the entire large bowl myself.
Mitsuwa Marketplace
675 Saratoga Ave
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 255-6699
santouka ramen
29 December 2009 by margietsai
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