Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups of dashi (Japanese soup stock)
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 1/2 cup of sliced carrots
- 1/2 cup of sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup of sliced tofu
- 2 packs of udon noodles (cooked according to package instructions)
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pot, bring dashi to a boil.
2. Add soy sauce, mirin, and salt to the pot and stir.
3. Add shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and green onions to the pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add sliced tofu to the pot and simmer for another 2 minutes.
5. Divide the cooked udon noodles into four bowls.
6. Pour the hot soup over the udon noodles in each bowl.
7. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve hot
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dashi can be substituted with chicken or vegetable broth.
- Shiitake mushrooms can be substituted with any type of mushroom.
- Tofu can be substituted with chicken or shrimp.
Variations:
- Add cooked shrimp or chicken to the soup for extra protein.
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Add a beaten egg to the soup for a richer flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh udon noodles for the best texture.
- Add the tofu at the end to prevent it from breaking apart.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce and salt to taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup and noodles separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until hot.
- Reheat the noodles in boiling water for 1-2 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of edamame or a seaweed salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Edamame
- Seaweed salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water or dashi to dilute it.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the udon noodles and soup to the recommended temperature.
Food history:
- Suimono is a traditional Japanese clear soup that is often served as a starter in a multi-course meal.
Flavor profiles:
- The soup has a savory and slightly sweet flavor from the dashi, soy sauce, and mirin.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a starter or as a light meal.
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Region: Japanese
Taste: Savory, Umami, Brothy, Comforting