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Authentic Japanese Udon noodle soup in bowl with poached egg, scallions and kamaboko slices.

Japanese Udon Noodle Soup (うどん)

Learn how to make authentic Japanese Udon noodle soup with chewy noodles and savory dashi broth. A comforting Japanese main dish perfect for lunch or dinner.
Servings 4
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
  • 4 cups dashi broth
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 4 slices kamaboko optional
  • 1 poached egg or tempura flakes optional topping

Instructions

  • Make the dashi broth: simmer kombu and bonito flakes in water, then strain. (Or prepare instant dashi per package.)
  • Add soy sauce, mirin, and salt to the dashi. Keep warm over low heat.
  • Cook udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse lightly.
  • Divide noodles into 4 bowls.
  • Pour hot broth over noodles.
  • Garnish with scallions, kamaboko slices, or toppings of choice.
  • Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Nutrition Facts
**Serving Size:** 1 bowl (with broth and toppings) - Calories: 310 - Carbohydrates: 55g (20% DV) - Protein: 10g (18% DV) - Fat: 3g (4% DV) - Saturated Fat: 0.5g (3% DV) - Sodium: 850mg (37% DV) - Fiber: 3g (10% DV) - Sugar: 4g (5% DV)
Nutrition information is an estimate only and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
Course: dinner, main dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: easy udon recipe, hot noodle soup, Japanese comfort food, Japanese udon soup, kansai udon