Description
A fast, creamy, and umami-packed Japanese-inspired dish made with chewy udon noodles, mushrooms, miso paste, and cream. Ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
2 servings (500g) frozen udon noodles
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 medium onion, sliced
200 g mushrooms (shiitake, golden enoki, or mixed)
1 tbsp oyster sauce or soy sauce
1 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
2 tbsp white or red miso paste
Salt and pepper to taste
Green onion, furikake, egg, or shredded nori for garnish
Instructions
1. Soak frozen udon noodles in hot water for 1 minute. Loosen with chopsticks, rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
2. Heat butter in a pan over medium heat until melted. Add garlic and onions, sauté for 2 minutes.
3. Add mushrooms to the pan with 2–3 tbsp water and oyster or soy sauce. Cook for 3–4 minutes until tender.
4. Add heavy cream and miso paste. Stir until smooth and bring to a gentle boil.
5. Add prepared noodles and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
6. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with green onions, furikake, shredded nori, or a soft-boiled egg.
Notes
To make the dish more brothy, add 1/4 cup chicken stock or more with the cream.
Frozen udon is preferred for its chewy texture and ease of use in stir-fry dishes.
Use white miso for a milder, slightly sweet taste; red miso for a bolder, deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese