Heartwarming Udon Noodle Soup
Experience the comforting embrace of homemade udon noodle soup, brimming with umami-rich broth, tender noodles, and vibrant vegetables. This soul-soothing dish combines the chewiness of udon with a harmony of flavors enhanced by miso and fresh herbs. Perfect for warming chilly evenings or lifting your spirits, each spoonful promises a delightful journey into Japanese cuisine.
ingredients
- 10 oz udon noodles
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 cup bok choy, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
steps
- 1.
Boil a pot of water and cook the udon noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- 3.
Add sliced mushrooms and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4.
Stir in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 5.
Mix in miso paste and soy sauce, stirring until completely dissolved.
- 6.
Add chopped bok choy and cook for another 2-3 minutes until just wilted.
- 7.
Incorporate the cooked udon noodles and red pepper flakes, and heat through.
- 8.
Serve hot, garnished with green onions and fresh cilantro.
