Miso Ramen

Directions

1. 1
   Place chicken in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Turn heat to low, cover pan, and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate to cool.
3. 3
   While chicken is simmering, cook noodles in 6 cups boiling water until the soften, about 3 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain and rinse with cold water.
5. 5
   Divide noodles among four bowls. When chicken is cool enough to handle, use your fingers and shred into thin strips. Divide a among the bowls, on top of the noodles.
6. 6
   In a saucepan, combine chicken broth, ginger root and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Use a slotted spoon to remove ginger.
8. 8
   In a small bowl combine miso and a small amount of the broth. Mix well then add to the saucepan. Add soy sauce, salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9
   Pour hot broth into bowls. Garnish with scallions and serve.