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Kake Udon

Thick wheat noodles in a simple, hot, clear dashi broth.

20 minutes
Serves 4
Lunch/Dinner

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare a deeply flavorful awase dashi by steeping kombu in water at 140°F (60°C), removing it before boiling, then adding bonito flakes and straining.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan, combine the dashi, light soy sauce, mirin, and sugar; bring to a gentle simmer to create a harmonious, translucent tsuyu (broth).

  3. 3

    If using frozen udon, boil them for 1-2 minutes until just heated through and plump; if dry, follow package directions until tender but retaining a bite.

  4. 4

    Drain the thick noodles thoroughly to avoid diluting the soup.

  5. 5

    Divide the hot noodles into large, pre-warmed bowls.

  6. 6

    Ladle the steaming, fragrant broth over the noodles and garnish elegantly with a slice of kamaboko and a sprinkle of chopped scallions.

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