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Decadent Miso Udon

A quick and easy dish that combines miso, butter, and udon noodles for a comforting meal any time of day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 40 g butter Used for flavor and richness.
  • 400 g fresh udon 2 packs, fresh udon preferred for best texture.
  • 3 spring onions Sliced; keep green and white parts separate.
  • 1-2 Tbsp chilli crisp Lao Gan Ma recommended.
  • 2 Tbsp miso Add umami flavor.
  • 1-2 eggs Cooked to preference for topping.
  • 125-250 ml water Adjust for desired sauce consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place a pan of water on the stove and bring it to a boil. Poke a tiny hole in the base of the egg(s), then gently lower them into the simmering water. Cook for 6 minutes for soft eggs or 7-8 minutes for medium.
  2. Thinly slice the spring onions, setting the green parts aside in one bowl and the white parts in another.
Cooking
  1. Cook the udon according to the packet instructions until al dente. Fresh udon may just need warming through and can be used straight from the bag.
  2. In a frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter until it foams. Add the whites of the spring onion and cook until the butter is a light nutty brown.
  3. Lower the heat and add the miso paste; cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Once the butter is deeply golden but not burned, add 125ml of water, the chilli crisp, and the udon. Toss the udon through the sauce, allowing the starch to release and emulsify, creating a glossy coating.
  5. Adjust water as needed for your desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Serve your Decadent Miso Udon hot. Top with the green parts of the spring onion and the cooked eggs, cut in half to let the yolk run. Optionally add more chilli crisp for extra spice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pan, adding a splash of water to loosen the sauce if needed. Use freshly made udon for best flavor and texture. Adjust the chilli crisp to taste. Don't skip the crispy spring onion for added crunch.