Description
A homely, umami-packed noodle dish featuring chewy udon coated in a velvety miso sauce. Fresh mushrooms, cream, and simple seasonings create a restaurant-quality bowl perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or an impressive yet effortless meal.
Ingredients
- 14 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp red miso paste (optional for depth)
- 1 cup sliced shiitake or cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream or unsweetened oat milk
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds or nori strips for garnish
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add udon noodles and cook until just tender (2–3 minutes for fresh or frozen). Drain and rinse briefly under warm water. Set aside.
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In a deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until mushrooms are golden and fragrant.
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Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. In a small bowl, whisk miso paste with a few tablespoons of warm broth until smooth, then stir it back into the skillet.
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Add soy sauce, cream, and sesame oil, whisking to combine.
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Toss cooked noodles into the sauce. Use tongs to coat evenly. Simmer for 1 minute for aromas to blend.
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Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or nori strips. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen udon for the best chewy texture.
- Add extra vegetables like bok choy or spinach for more nutrition.
- For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or oat milk.
- Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: ~420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg