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Udon Noodle Soup

Udon Noodle Soup
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Udon Noodle Soup is a warm and comforting Japanese classic that features thick, chewy udon noodles in a savory dashi broth. Perfect for quick dinners or cozy meals, this recipe is customizable, nutritious, and full of flavor to warm you from the inside out.

Ingredients

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Noodles

  • 200g fresh or dried udon noodles

Broth

  • 4 cups dashi stock
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons mirin (adjust to taste)

Proteins (optional)

  • 100–150g tofu, chicken, shrimp, or beef (choose one or mix)

Vegetables

  • 100g mushrooms (shiitake or button)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or bok choy

Garnishes

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • Toasted seaweed (optional)
  • Chili flakes or chili oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broth: Heat the dashi stock in a pot over medium heat. Once warm, stir in soy sauce and mirin gradually, adjusting the amounts to suit your taste. Let the broth simmer gently to allow the flavors to meld together.
  2. Cook the Udon Noodles: Boil the fresh or dried udon noodles according to package instructions until they are tender but still chewy. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and maintain their texture.
  3. Add Your Protein and Vegetables: Add your choice of protein (such as tofu, chicken, shrimp, or beef) and vegetables (like mushrooms and spinach or bok choy) to the simmering broth. Cook until the protein is well cooked and vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
  4. Assemble the Soup: Divide the cooked noodles evenly into serving bowls. Ladle the hot broth along with the cooked protein and vegetables over the noodles.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Top each bowl with sliced green onions and any additional garnishes such as toasted sesame seeds, toasted seaweed, or chili flakes for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh udon noodles for the best texture and flavor absorption.
  • Choose high-quality or homemade dashi broth for an authentic taste.
  • Adjust soy sauce and mirin gradually to balance salty and sweet flavors to your preference.
  • Avoid overcooking noodles by rinsing them with cold water immediately after boiling.
  • Add garnishes last to preserve their freshness and texture.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute dashi with vegetable broth or kombu dashi and use tofu and mushrooms.
  • Store leftover broth and noodles separately to maintain texture when reheating.

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Keywords: Udon Noodle Soup, Japanese Soup, Comfort Food, Quick Dinner, Noodle Soup, Dashi Broth

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