🍜 Authentic Udon Noodle Soup Recipe (Japanese Comfort Food)
Warm up with this easy Japanese Udon Noodle Soup recipe! Made with chewy noodles, savory broth, and veggies — comforting, delicious, and ready in 20 minutes.
⏱️ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Serves: 2–3
🧂 Ingredients
For the Soup Base:
- 4 cups dashi broth (or chicken/vegetable stock)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
For the Noodles:
- 2 servings fresh or frozen udon noodles
Toppings (customize as you like):
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or button)
- ½ cup bok choy or spinach
- ½ cup tofu cubes or chicken slices
- 1 boiled egg, halved
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- Nori (seaweed), for garnish
- Chili flakes or sesame oil, for spice
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Broth
- In a medium pot, combine dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and salt.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 2: Cook the Udon Noodles
- In a separate pot, cook udon noodles according to package instructions (usually 2–3 minutes if fresh).
- Drain and rinse briefly under warm water to remove excess starch.
Step 3: Combine and Serve
- Divide the noodles into bowls.
- Pour the hot soup broth over the noodles.
- Add tofu, chicken, mushrooms, or veggies on top.
- Garnish with green onions, nori, and boiled egg.
- Serve immediately — enjoy while hot!
🍴 Serving Suggestions
- Serve with gyoza or tempura shrimp for a complete Japanese meal.
- Add a few drops of sesame oil or chili oil for extra aroma and flavor.
❓ FAQs About Udon Noodle Soup
Q1: What is Udon?
A1: Udon are thick, chewy Japanese noodles made from wheat flour — often served in hot broth or stir-fried dishes.
Q2: Can I use instant dashi?
A2: Yes! Instant dashi powder works perfectly for quick preparation — just dissolve it in hot water.
Q3: Can I make this vegan?
A3: Definitely. Use vegetable broth instead of dashi and tofu or mushrooms as your protein.
Q4: What’s the difference between Udon and Ramen?
A4: Udon noodles are thicker and softer, while ramen noodles are thinner and made with egg, giving a firmer texture.
Q5: How long does Udon Soup last in the fridge?
A5: Store broth and noodles separately. Broth lasts up to 3 days refrigerated; reheat before serving.
🍳 Tips for Perfect Udon Soup
- Don’t overcook the noodles — keep them slightly chewy (“al dente”).
- Always prepare broth separately to keep noodles from getting soggy.
- Add miso paste for a deeper umami flavor.
- For spice, top with shichimi togarashi (Japanese 7-spice).
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