{"id":"96c2d649-1999-4517-8e29-707d367f1ae8","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/96c2d649-1999-4517-8e29-707d367f1ae8","source_url":"https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1019223-mushroom-udon-noodle-bowl","title":"Mushroom Udon Noodle Bowl","description":"Topping the list of the most satisfying meals, a big steaming bowl of noodles in broth nurtures body and soul. Though many noodle soups rely on long-simmered meat stock, this vegetarian broth is quickly prepared and very flavorful. The recipe calls for thick chewy udon noodles, but use another type of noodle, if you wish.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4 to 6 servings","total_time":"PT1H","ingredients":[{"text":"3 large scallions, trimmed","item":"large scallions","quantity":3,"preparation":"trimmed"},{"text":"1 handful dried shiitake mushrooms, crushed (about ½ cup)","item":"dried shiitake mushrooms, crushed","quantity":1,"unit":"handful","preparation":"about 0.5 cup"},{"text":"¼ cup crumbled dried seaweed, such as kombu or dulse (optional)","item":"crumbled dried seaweed, such as kombu or dulse","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"1 (1-inch) chunk of ginger, smashed and unpeeled","item":"(1-inch) chunk of ginger, smashed and unpeeled","quantity":1},{"text":"2 whole, unpeeled garlic cloves","item":"whole, unpeeled garlic cloves","quantity":2},{"text":"Stems or trimmings from fresh shiitake mushrooms (see below) (optional)","item":"Stems or trimmings from fresh shiitake mushrooms (see below)","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"1 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 pound dried udon noodles (or use fresh or frozen, cooked udon)","item":"dried udon noodles","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","preparation":"or use fresh or frozen, cooked udon"},{"text":"2 tablespoons butter","item":"butter","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 cup chopped leeks, white and pale green parts only","item":"chopped leeks, white and pale green parts only","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"8 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps sliced in ¼-inch strips (save trimmings for broth)","item":"fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps sliced in 0.25-inch strips","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","preparation":"save trimmings for broth"},{"text":"1 teaspoon minced ginger","item":"minced ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 cloves garlic, minced","item":"garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"¼ cup mirin or dry sherry","item":"mirin or dry sherry","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ teaspoon sesame oil","item":"sesame oil","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons soy sauce","item":"soy sauce","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 cups chopped bok choy","item":"chopped bok choy","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ cup red or white miso","item":"red or white miso","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup soft or medium tofu, cut in small cubes","item":"soft or medium tofu, cut in small cubes","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"4 scallions, finely chopped, for garnish","item":"scallions, finely chopped, for garnish","quantity":4},{"text":"Shichimi togarashi or crushed red-pepper flakes, for garnish","item":"Shichimi togarashi or crushed red-pepper flakes, for garnish"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Make the broth: In a large pot, bring 8 cups water to a boil over high heat. Add scallion, dried mushrooms, seaweed (if using), ginger, garlic, fresh mushroom trimmings and salt. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Strain and set aside."},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, in a separate pot, cook udon noodles until al dente, then drain, rinse well with cold water, and keep at room temperature."},{"number":3,"text":"In a soup pot, melt butter over medium-high heat and swirl to coat the bottom of the pot. Add leeks and sliced shiitake and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, mirin, sesame oil and soy sauce and cook for 1 minute. Turn heat to high, add reserved broth and bring to a simmer."},{"number":4,"text":"Add bok choy and reserved noodles and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until greens are cooked and noodles are heated through. Gently stir in miso and tofu. Turn off heat."},{"number":5,"text":"Using tongs, divide noodles among 4 to 6 bowls. Ladle hot soup over noodles. Sprinkle with scallions and serve. Pass togarashi or crushed red pepper at the table."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:14.428184+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:14.428184+00:00"}