🍜 Ramen Calculator
Hosting a ramen night? This calculator covers noodles, broth, protein, eggs and toppings per guest.
Kids are counted as about 60% of an adult portion. Appetite and leftover adjustments are shown in the result.
Shopping list
- Fresh ramen noodles2.65 lb
- Ramen broth1.19 gal
- Protein (pork/chicken/tofu)1.94 lb
- Eggs11
- Toppings (scallion/nori/corn)1.76 lb
Info: 100g fresh noodles + 400ml broth + 80g protein per adult.
How much ramen per person?
100g fresh noodles (or 80g dry), 400ml broth, 80g protein, and 80g toppings per adult. Add a soft-boiled egg.
Toppings
Scallion, nori, corn, bamboo shoots, chili oil, sesame seeds — set up bar-style.
How much ramen for 5, 10, 20, 50 or 100 people?
These are the exact quantities most home cooks and caterers use when planning ramen for a group. Portions assume a normal adult appetite with a small buffer for leftovers — bump up one level for hungry guests, sports crowds, or long events.
- How much ramen for 5 people? Plan for about 1.21 lb noodles + 9.2 cups broth — adjust with the calculator above for kids, appetite, or leftovers.
- How much ramen for 10 people? Plan for about 2.43 lb noodles + 1.16 gal broth — adjust with the calculator above for kids, appetite, or leftovers.
- How much ramen for 20 people? Plan for about 4.85 lb noodles + 2.32 gal broth — adjust with the calculator above for kids, appetite, or leftovers.
- How much ramen for 50 people? Plan for about 12.13 lb noodles + 5.81 gal broth — adjust with the calculator above for kids, appetite, or leftovers.
- How much ramen for 100 people? Plan for about 24.25 lb noodles + 11.62 gal broth — adjust with the calculator above for kids, appetite, or leftovers.
100g fresh noodles + 400ml broth + 80g protein per adult.
Ramen portions for 10, 20, 50, and 100 people
| Guests | Normal serving | Hungry crowd |
|---|---|---|
| 10 guests | 2.43 lb noodles + 1.16 gal broth | 2.91 lb noodles + 1.39 gal broth |
| 20 guests | 4.85 lb noodles + 2.32 gal broth | 5.82 lb noodles + 2.79 gal broth |
| 50 guests | 12.13 lb noodles + 5.81 gal broth | 14.55 lb noodles + 6.97 gal broth |
| 100 guests | 24.25 lb noodles + 11.62 gal broth | 29.1 lb noodles + 13.95 gal broth |
Frequently asked questions
How much broth for ramen for 10 people?
About 4 L of broth for 10 servings.
Can I make ramen broth ahead?
Yes — most broths are better the next day. Store up to 4 days refrigerated.