Creamy Miso Udon (Printable Version)

Rich udon noodles in savory miso cream sauce with vegetables, ready in 25 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 7 ounces fresh or frozen udon noodles

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola or sunflower)
03 - 1 small onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves

→ Sauce

06 - 2 tablespoons white miso paste
07 - 2 teaspoons soy sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
09 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 3/4 cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
12 - 1/4 cup water

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tablespoon sliced green onions
14 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
15 - Chili flakes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Cook udon noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Heat neutral oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook 2 minutes until softened.
03 - Add shiitake mushrooms to skillet. Sauté 3 to 4 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
05 - Whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, heavy cream, and water in bowl until completely smooth.
06 - Pour sauce mixture into skillet with vegetables. Bring to gentle simmer and cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
07 - Add cooked noodles and baby spinach to skillet. Toss everything together until noodles are evenly coated and spinach wilts.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something youd order at a restaurant
  • The miso cream sauce creates this incredibly velvety coating that youll want to eat with a spoon
02 -
  • Whisk the miso paste thoroughly with the cream before adding to the pan to avoid any lumps in your sauce
  • The sauce thickens quickly as it cools, so serve immediately while it is silky and coating the noodles beautifully
03 -
  • Grate your ginger on a microplane so it melts into the sauce without any fibrous bits
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes before serving for the best nutty flavor

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