Homemade Udon Noodles
Delight in a comforting bowl of homemade udon noodles, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With thick, chewy noodles enveloped in a savory broth, each slurp promises satisfaction. Customize this easy recipe with your favorite vegetables and enjoy the umami flavors that make udon a beloved dish worldwide.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced thinly (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bok choy, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather all ingredients and chop veggies and garlic.
- Cook udon noodles: Boil in salted water for 8-10 minutes until tender; drain.
- Sauté veggies: Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat, add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add mixed vegetables and sauté until tender.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in vegetable broth and soy sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss noodles: Add cooked udon noodles to the pan, gently mixing until heated through.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, top with green onions, and enjoy hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg