Teresa's Recipes
Kitsune Udon
Experience the comforting warmth of traditional Japanese cuisine with our Kitsune Udon. This dish features thick, chewy udon noodles enveloped in a savory dashi broth, complemented by the sweet and umami flavors of fried tofu. Known as 'fox udon', Kitsune Udon is believed to be favored by the mythical foxes in Japanese folklore, adding a touch of enchantment to your meal.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets, cut into thin strips Nori (seaweed)
- 2, finely sliced Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Mirin
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 pieces Fried tofu (aburaage)
- 4 cups Dashi broth
- 4 servings Udon noodles
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the dashi broth, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring this mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- While the broth is heating, cut the fried tofu into thin strips.
- Add the tofu strips to the simmering broth, allowing them to cook for 5 minutes to absorb the rich flavors.
- Divide the cooked udon noodles among four bowls.
- Ladle the hot broth and tofu over the noodles in each bowl.
- Garnish each serving with the finely sliced green onions and strips of nori.
- Serve your Kitsune Udon hot, and savor the harmonious blend of tastes and textures.
Tips
- For added flavor, you may briefly sauté the tofu in a little oil before adding it to the broth.
- Feel free to add other favorite ingredients such as mushrooms, boiled egg, or tempura.