Heads up: Raijin Ramen is closed on Monday. But we’re not going to publish a Meatless Monday article on a Tuesday, so here goes.
Rich, fatty tonkotsu ramen has exploded in popularity in America over the past few years. However, venture deep into the massive world of ramen broths for countless varieties to tickle your fancy.
In the Veggie Ramen at Raijin Ramen, curly noodles swim in a creamy soy veggie broth. The balanced broth features a delicate sweetness and savory depth that requires no meat.
The bowl also comes topped with charred zucchini, bok choy, green onion, yellow onion, briny seaweed, tender-crisp bean sprouts, cabbage, and pickled ginger for brightness. While the broth is creamy, it’s still light enough for you to quickly slurp down without the lethargy that a bowl of lardy broth would cause.
Raijin Ramen is located at 2955 E. Speedway Blvd. Keep up with Raijin Ramen on Facebook.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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