Creamy Miso Udon

Creamy Miso Udon is a comforting dish featuring udon noodles in a rich miso cream sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 2 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

1 pack Udon noodles Opt for frozen for quick preparation.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Butter Or substitute with olive oil for a lighter version.
2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
1 medium Onion Sliced.
200 grams Mushrooms Use shiitake, enoki, or button.
2-3 tablespoons Oyster sauce or soy sauce Oyster sauce for richer umami; soy sauce for vegetarian alternative.
1 cup Water For sauce consistency.
1 cup Heavy cream or evaporated milk For creaminess.
3 tablespoons Miso paste The star ingredient.
to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Green onions Chopped.
to taste Furikake or shredded nori Optional.
1 soft boiled egg Soft boiled egg For additional protein.

Equipment

large pan
chopsticks

Method

Preparation

Soak frozen udon noodles in hot water for about 1 minute. Use chopsticks to carefully loosen, then rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat until bubbling. Add sliced onion and minced garlic, sauté for about 2 minutes until golden brown and aromatic.
Add mushrooms to the pan along with 2-3 tablespoons of water and oyster sauce. Cook for a few minutes until mushrooms are tender.
Add heavy cream and miso paste to the pan. Whisk well to dissolve the miso, then bring to a gentle boil.
Toss drained udon noodles into the creamy miso sauce, ensuring evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to bowls and garnish with chopped green onions, furikake or shredded nori, and a soft boiled egg on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Sprinkle sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor. Avoid overcooking udon noodles to prevent mushiness.

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