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A bowl of kitsune udon

10-Minute Healthy Kitsune Udon Noodle Soup

A comforting bowl of udon noodle soup can be whipped up quickly using just a few simple, heartwarming ingredients. Whether you're winding down from a busy day or simply don't have the time or energy for an elaborate meal, this dish is sure to soothe your soul.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packs frozen udon noodles
  • 4 cups tsuyu-based broth tsuyu concentrate + water (follow dilution ratios on product label)
  • 2-4 pieces aburaage or inariage (alternative)
Optional Toppings
  • green onions sliced
  • beach mushrooms steamed
  • baby bok choy steamed
  • narutomaki (fish cake) sliced
  • itokiri togarashi (shredded chili pepper) garnish

Equipment

  • 2 saucepan

Method
 

Stovetop Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, bring water to boil. Add the frozen udon and boil for 1 minute (or according to product label.) Once cooked, remove from heat and rinse in cold water. Set aside.
  2. In another saucepan, gently heat the tsuyu-based broth over medium-low heat, about 5 minutes.
  3. Assembly: In a bowl, combine the udon noodles and soup broth. Top with aburaage/inariage and optional toppings.
Microwave Instructions
  1. Place the frozen udon in a bowl, cover, then microwave for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  2. In a separate bowl, dilute tsuyu with water according to product instructions. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until hot.
  3. Assembly: Pour the soup broth into the bowl of udon noodles. Top with aburaage/inariage and optional toppings.