Niku Udon (Beef Udon Noodle Soup)
Indulge in the rich and flavorful experience of Niku Udon. The combination of bonito dashi and beef creates an abundance of umami, making it irresistibly delightful.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 servings udon noodles (fresh, dried, pre-cooked, or frozen)
- 5.3 oz thinly sliced beef
- 2 green onions / scallions
Bonito dashi (udon broth):
- 3 cups water
- 1 ⅓ cups bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
Seasonings:
- 1 Tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3 Tbsp light soy sauce (Regular soy sauce can be used as a substitute; the main difference is the color.)
Instructions
- Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, add bonito flakes, and let it simmer for 6 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and strain the mixture through a sieve lined with paper towels or a cloth (such as cheesecloth). Alternatively, if you don't mind having some fine bonito flakes remaining, you can simply use a fine-mesh strainer. Bonito dashi (udon broth) is now ready.
- Cut beef into 2-inch (5cm) wide pieces. Thinly slice green onions.
- Return the dashi to the pot, add seasonings (mirin, sugar, and light soy sauce), and bring it to a boil.
- Put the beef in the pot and simmer over low heat, skimming off any scum, until it changes color.
- If using fresh, dried, or pre-cooked udon noodles: Boil the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them in a colander.If using frozen udon noodles: Lightly sprinkle water over the udon noodles. Then, place them on a microwave-safe plate, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on medium power (500W) for about 4 minutes. (Since this method can cause uneven heating, it is best to microwave one serving at a time. You can also boil them like the other types of udon noodles.)
- Place the udon noodles in each bowl and pour the liquid mixture (udon soup) with the beef over them. Loosen the udon noodles with chopsticks and then top with the green onions.
Notes
- This dish is not suitable for storage because cooked udon noodles tend to lose their texture over time, making them less enjoyable. However, the udon soup alone can be stored for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 498kcal
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