Udon Soup Recipe
This comforting Udon Soup features tender udon noodles served in a flavorful dashi-based broth seasoned with soy sauces, mirin, and a touch of sugar. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional seven-spice, it’s a simple yet satisfying Japanese-inspired soup perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Broth Ingredients
- 5 cups water
- 5 teaspoons instant dashi granules
- 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons mirin
Noodles and Garnish
- 1 pound dried udon noodles
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- Seven-spice mixture (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the udon noodles: Prepare the dried udon noodles according to the package instructions, usually boiling them until tender. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Prepare the broth: In a large pot, bring 5 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the instant dashi granules, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, sugar, and mirin. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the sugar and dashi granules have fully dissolved, creating a balanced, flavorful broth.
- Serve the soup: Divide the cooked udon noodles evenly among 4 soup bowls. Ladle the hot broth over the noodles. Garnish each bowl with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of seven-spice mixture if desired. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Instant dashi granules provide a quick and easy way to make authentic Japanese broth, but homemade dashi can also be used for deeper flavor.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce and sugar to taste depending on your preference for saltiness and sweetness.
- Seven-spice mixture (shichimi togarashi) adds a spicy, aromatic kick but is optional.
- Rinsing noodles after cooking prevents them from becoming mushy and helps maintain a pleasant texture in the hot broth.
- For a heartier meal, consider adding protein like tofu, chicken, or tempura vegetables.
Keywords: udon soup, Japanese noodle soup, dashi broth, easy udon recipe, soy sauce soup, mirin soup, quick noodle soup
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