How To Make Niku Udon (Beef Udon Noodle Soup)
Udon, a beloved Japanese noodle, has gained worldwide popularity, with specialty shops thriving even beyond Japan. Unlike Ramen and Pasta, Udon's appeal lies in its chewy, dense, and springy texture.
With a subtle, slightly sweet taste, Udon, a wheat-based noodle, serves as a versatile base for various ingredients, broths, or toppings. From simple and light to hearty and filling, Udon offers a range of menu variations like Kamatama Udon (Udon with egg), Curry Udon, and Kitsune Udon (Udon with seasoned fried tofu). We also have a gluten-free recipe for udon, which you should check out too!
Today, we're introducing a hearty dish: Niku Udon, guaranteed to satisfy your appetite!
Niku Udon features sliced beef with sweet soy sauce atop plain Udon. If you're familiar with “Gyu-don,” the topping will seem quite similar. What enhances the savory experience of Niku Udon is its flavorful soup. The Dashi-based broth provides a rich umami flavor that perfectly complements the seasoned beef and chewy Udon noodles.
When making Niku Udon at home, remember a crucial tip: taste balance. With three elements—plain Udon noodles, seasoned beef, and Dashi soup—the broth should be slightly milder than usual to achieve the right flavor without turning too salty.
While this recipe includes how to make Udon soup from scratch, there's a convenient Japanese product called “Mentsuyu,” a ready-made seasoning for noodles like Somen, Soba, and Udon. It includes Dashi soup, soy sauce, and other seasonings, eliminating the need for separate ingredients. If you're short on time or finding Japanese ingredients is challenging, Mentsuyu is a convenient substitution. Check out our website for Mentsuyu options. Enjoy the authentic taste of Japan with Niku Udon at home!
Overview
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: 15 mins
Total time: 20 mins
Total servings: 1
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 200 g (1 package) Udon
- 100 g Thinly Sliced Beef
- 10 g Ginger, with peel
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sake
- 1 Tbsp Mirin
- 1 Tbsp Water
- 300ml Dashi Soup, homemade, packet, or instant
- 1 tsp Sugar (for seasoning the soup)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (for seasoning the soup)
- 1 Tbsp Mirin (for seasoning the soup)
- Chopped Green Onion, as needed
- Shichimi Togarashi, as needed
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