Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz. dried ramen noodles
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 1/4 cup sake
- 2 tbsp. yuzu juice
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp. grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup sliced radishes
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Small saucepan
- Blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Cook the ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, yuzu juice, sugar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth.
3. In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the soy sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Divide the noodles into four bowls. Pour the sauce over the noodles.
6. Garnish with scallions, cilantro, peanuts, and radishes.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
N/A
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 15g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Yuzu juice can be substituted with lemon or lime juice.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.
Variations:
- Add sliced pork, chicken, or tofu for protein.
- Add boiled eggs for extra flavor.
- Add sliced cucumbers or carrots for extra crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use a strainer to remove any lumps from the sauce.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the noodles in individual bowls and garnish with scallions, cilantro, peanuts, and radishes.
Garnishes:
Scallions, cilantro, peanuts, and radishes.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Steamed vegetables or a salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the sauce is too thick, add more chicken broth to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the noodles thoroughly and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Food history:
Tsukemen is a Japanese dish that consists of cold noodles and a hot dipping sauce. Yuzu is a citrus fruit that is commonly used in Japanese cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
Salty, sweet, sour, and spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the noodles hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
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Region: Japanese