Chewy Sanuki Udon: Super Simple Homemade Recipe
Make Delicious Udon in 5 Minutes with Frozen Udon Noodles!
You can whip up a wonderful bowl of udon at home with just chewy Sanuki frozen udon noodles and flavorful tsuyu sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy days when you crave a warm and satisfying meal without the fuss of making broth from scratch. Enjoy a deeply satisfying taste with minimal effort, making it an incredibly appealing recipe.
Essential Ingredients- 1 Sanuki frozen udon noodle pack
- 3 Tbsp store-bought tsuyu (noodle soup base)
- 250ml water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the star of this recipe: ‘Sanuki frozen udon noodles’. These noodles offer a distinctively springy and chewy texture compared to regular udon, enhancing the flavor of any soup dish. Take the udon pack out from the freezer, keeping it frozen as per storage instructions on the packaging.
Step 2
Bring a generous amount of water to a rolling boil in a pot. Once boiling, carefully add the frozen udon noodles and blanch them for about 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Avoid overcooking, as this can make the noodles mushy; maintaining a chewy texture is key. Refer to the noodle packaging for recommended cooking times.
Step 3
Drain the blanched udon noodles using a colander and place them into the pot or bowl you’ll be serving from. Draining the water well prevents the broth from becoming diluted and further enhances the noodles’ chewy bite. Proper draining is a secret to achieving the best flavor.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the udon broth. Pour 250ml of fresh water into a pot and add 3 tablespoons of store-bought tsuyu for a rich umami flavor. You can adjust the amount of tsuyu to your liking. While you could make your own broth using soy sauce, dashi, and sugar, using tsuyu offers a much simpler way to achieve a deep, satisfying taste.
Step 5
Bring the prepared tsuyu and water mixture to a boil. Once the broth starts simmering, add the drained udon noodles back into the pot. Don’t boil them for too long after adding – just about 30 seconds to 1 minute to allow the noodles to absorb the broth’s flavor. This brief simmering will further enhance the udon’s chewiness.
Step 6
Your warm and chewy udon bowl is ready! For an even more substantial and delicious meal, consider adding toppings like chopped scallions, shredded nori (seaweed), fish cakes, or a soft-boiled egg, according to your preference. Enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal ready in under 5 minutes with this simple recipe.
