Udon Noodle Soup

Udon noodle soup is a comforting Japanese dish featuring thick, chewy noodles served in a light, savory dashi-based broth and topped with simple garnishes.
Total Time
15min
Serves
2

Ingredients

  • Water 2 cups
  • Udon noodles 1 pack
  • Soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Sugar 1/4 tsp
  • Mirin 1 tbsp
  • Dashi powder 1/2 tbsp
  • Tsuyu 1 Tbsp
  • Green onion 1 stalk
  • Furikake 1/8 tsp
  • Tofu skins (or bean curd) 1-2 sheets

Directions

  1. In a medium pan add water, instant dashi powder, soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and tsuyu. Then bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Once the broth has begun simmering add the udon noodles directly into the hot broth. Use a spoon to gently loosen the noodles and cook for 1-3 minutes until the noodles have softened.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl, then garnish with green onion, furikake seaweed seasoning, fried bean curd, and narutomaki (fishcake). Serve and enjoy!