Japanese Mushroom and Tofu Udon Noodle Soup

Description

This Japanese udon noodle soup with kimchi-miso broth is made with mushrooms and tofu. Top with roasted, peeled tomato halves, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound udon noodles
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 ounce dried kombu (dried kelp)
  • 6 shiitake mushroom caps, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup chopped kimchi
  • ½ red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, or as needed
  • ½ (14 ounce) package firm tofu, cubed

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 40 mins

Total Time: 1 hr

Servings: 4

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