In a medium pot over medium heat, add the vegetable stock, ginger, 4 tablespoons of chopped garlic, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil.
Add the instant ramen, boil for 3 minutes, then turn off the heat.
Meanwhile, in a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
Once hot, add the broccoli, mushrooms and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened. This is where I add extra soy sauce to sauté in.
When ready to serve, portion the noodles and stock among four bowls, and add the sautéed mushrooms and broccoli.
Top with grated carrot and scallions. Top each bowl with a soft-boiled egg, if using.
Serve hot,