Japan • Noodles

Kitsune Udon

Make kitsune udon at home with measured ingredients and clear, individual cooking steps. An original BestFoodBook home-kitchen adaptation inspired by Japan's cuisine.

Savory
Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Servings4
Kitsune Udon
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Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Pour boiling water over aburaage to remove excess oil, then drain and halve.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Put 200 ml dashi, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin and sugar in a small pan. Simmer aburaage for 10 minutes, turning once.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Heat remaining dashi with remaining soy sauce and mirin in a separate pan.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Cook or reheat udon according to the packet, then drain thoroughly.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Divide noodles among bowls, ladle over hot broth and top with seasoned tofu and spring onion.

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Editorial recipe. Preparation may vary by region; not independently kitchen-tested.

Source: BestFoodBook original editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested