Savory Udon Noodles with Soy Sauce

Ingredients

Udon noodles

12 ounces

Eggs

2 (for soft-boiling)

Fresh spinach

4 cups, washed

Mushrooms (shiitake or button)

1 cup, sliced

Green onions

3, sliced

Fresh ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Sugar

1 teaspoon

Mirin

2 tablespoons

Soy sauce

3 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Begin by soft-boiling the eggs: In a pot of boiling water, gently add the eggs and cook for 6-7 minutes for a slightly runny yolk. Remove the eggs and place them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cool, peel and set aside.
2. Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved. Set this sauce mixture aside.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
5. Add the sliced green onions and mushrooms to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms become tender and begin to release their moisture.
6. Add the cooked udon noodles to the pan, followed by the soy sauce mixture. Toss everything together gently until the noodles are well-coated with the sauce.
7. Fold in the fresh spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the spinach wilts down.
8. Divide the udon noodles into bowls, and slice the soft-boiled eggs in half to place on top as a garnish.
9. Serve hot, and enjoy your delightful udon experience!