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Chicken Udon
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japanese

Chicken Udon

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japanese

Broth-soaked noodles, tender chicken and fresh herbs layered bite by bite. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 15 min Cook 30 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Chicken500 g, thighs
  • Saltto taste
  • Ginger3 cloves, smashed
  • Soy Sauce2 tbsp
  • Stock or Broth1.2 litres
  • Noodles200 g
  • Mirin2 tbsp
  • Shiso Leaveshandful
  • Kombu Dashi1 litre
  • Udon Noodles300 g

Instructions

  1. 1

    Simmer the stock with the garlic and ginger for 15 minutes to build a fragrant base, then season with the soy sauce and salt.

  2. 2

    Cook the noodles separately so the broth stays clean, and divide them between deep bowls.

  3. 3

    Cook the chicken gently in the simmering broth until just done, then lift out and slice or portion.

  4. 4

    Ladle the piping-hot broth over the noodles and arrange the chicken on top.

  5. 5

    Finish with shiso leaves, spring onions and a wedge of rice vinegar on the side.

Chef's tip

Taste and adjust the salt at the end; sauces concentrate as they reduce.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Chicken Udon Recipe | Best of Japanese Cooking 101 ยท on YouTube