Beef Udon

Dive into a soul-warming bowl of Beef Udon, a hearty Japanese noodle dish that combines tender slices of beef with chewy udon noodles in a savory, umami-rich broth. This quick and satisfying recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, features a flavorful blend of soy sauce, mirin, and garlic, complemented by the earthiness of shiitake mushrooms, the sweetness of julienned carrots, and the freshness of spinach leaves. Served steaming hot and garnished with vibrant spring onions and nutty sesame seeds, this one-pot meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or when you’re craving authentic Japanese comfort food at home. Indulge in the perfect balance of textures and flavors that will have you coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Udon noodles
• 300 grams Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 4 cups Beef stock
• 2 pieces Spring onions, sliced
• 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small Carrot, julienned
• 1 cup Spinach leaves
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the udon noodles and cook according to the package instructions until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced beef to the saucepan and cook until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, and cook for another 2 minutes until the beef is well coated with the sauce.

Step 5

Pour the beef stock into the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and julienned carrot. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the cooked udon noodles and spinach leaves to the broth, stirring gently to combine and heat through.

Step 7

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary. Divide the udon and broth among serving bowls.

Step 8

Garnish each bowl with sliced spring onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1991 grams (1991.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1555

Total Fat 67.70g	87%
Saturated Fat 22.10g	111%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 210mg	70%
Sodium 5560mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 116.90g	43%
Dietary Fiber 10.00g	36%
Total Sugars 36.00g
Protein 112.20g	224%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2570mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 30.6%