Kamatama Udon is one of the most popular udon dishes in Japan, offering a delightful harmony of raw egg and dashi soy sauce. Despite its popularity, this delicious dish remains relatively unknown outside of Japan. I hope it gains the recognition it deserves abroad.
1servingudon noodles(fresh, dried, pre-cooked, or frozen)
1pasteurized egg, egg yolk, or onsen tamago (Japanese hot spring egg)
¾Tbspdashi soy sauce(You can substitute regular soy sauce, though the flavor will be slightly different.)
Toppings (optional):
greens onions / scallions(thinly sliced)
tenkasu (tempura bits)
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Instructions
Boil the udon noodles in plenty of water in a pot according to the package instructions.
Crack the egg into a bowl and beat it.
Transfer the cooked udon noodles directly from the pot to the bowl, being careful not to include too much boiling water. Then, quickly mix them with the beaten egg.
Drizzle with dashi soy sauce, mix again, and top with green onions and tenkasu to taste.
Notes
Consume it on the same day.
This dish is not suitable for pregnant women or those with weakened immune systems, such as older adults or infants under 2 years old, as the eggs are not fully cooked. Please avoid consuming it if you fall into any of these categories.