Sesame udon noodles are a popular Japanese dish made with thick, chewy udon noodles tossed in a savory and sweet sauce. The noodles are typically served cold, but can also be enjoyed warm. They are often garnished with sesame seeds, scallions, and nori (dried seaweed). Sesame udon noodles can be found at many Japanese restaurants, or you can easily make them at home with a few simple ingredients. Whether you are a novice or an experienced cook, this article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to help you create the perfect sesame udon noodle dish.
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SESAME UDON NOODLES
This is a quick and delicious side-dish to serve with your Asian themed meal. Or, add chicken, pork, shrimp, etc. to make it a meal in itself.
Provided by CaribbeanQueen
Categories Vegetable
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid, and shake vigoroulsy to blend. Set aside to let the flavors blend.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add udon noodles, and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, and place in a serving bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peppers with green onions and peas. Heat in the microwave until warm, but still crisp.
- Add to the noodles in the bowl, and pour dressing over all.
- Toss to coat, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Toasting sesame seeds: Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Shake pan or stir occasionally until lightly browned and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 541, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 3.4
SESAME UDON NOODLES
Unhulled sesame seeds, available at Asian markets, will make the sauce creamy; the plain white variety will not produce the same results.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a stockpot of water to a boil. Stir in noodles, and cook until al dente, about 6 minutes, or according to package instructions. Remove from heat, and drain. Transfer noodles to a serving bowl, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Set aside.
- Gently toast unhulled sesame seeds in a small skillet set over low heat until just fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer seeds to a bowl to cool.
- Place toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, mirin, the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and the rice-wine vinegar in the jar of a blender; process until smooth and creamy. Pour dressing over reserved noodles, and toss to combine. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if using, and scallions. Serve immediately.
QUICK SESAME UDON NOODLES
Udon noodles get their flavor here from a toasted sesame seed sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a stockpot of water to a boil. Stir in the noodles, and cook until al dente, about 6 minutes or according to package instructions. Remove from heat, and drain. Transfer noodles to a serving bowl, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Set aside.
- Gently toast unhulled sesame seeds in a small skillet set over low heat until just fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer seeds to a bowl to cool.
- Place toasted sesame seeds, soy sauce, mirin, the remaining 2 tablespoons sesame oil, and the rice-wine vinegar in the jar of a blender; process until smooth and creamy. Pour dressing over reserved noodles, and toss to combine. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if using, and scallions. Serve immediately.
SESAME UDON NOODLES
This is a wonderful side dish to serve with your Asian-themed meal. So quick and easy to prepare.
Provided by BAJATHECAT
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 23m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil and hot pepper sauce. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend. Set aside to let the flavors blend.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add udon noodles, and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, and place in a serving bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the green, red, and yellow peppers with green onion and peas. Heat in the microwave until warm, but still crisp. Add to the noodles in the bowl, and pour the dressing over all. Toss to coat everything in dressing, then sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1205.8 mg, Sugar 2 g
KIMCHI SESAME UDON NOODLES
Enjoy udon noodles with kimchi, radish and spring onion for a speedy midweek meal that delivers three of your 5-a-day. Top with a fried egg and chilli flakes
Provided by Liberty Mendez
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the noodles in a sieve over the sink and pour over a kettle of boiling water. Toss to separate, then leave to drain.
- Heat 1 tbsp of the sesame oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and ginger, and fry for 5 mins until softened slightly. Add the broccoli, kimchi and radish, and continue to fry for 5 mins. Stir in the drained noodles, spring onions and soy sauce.
- Meanwhile, put the remaining ½ tbsp oil in a small frying pan and fry the eggs for 3 mins, or until cooked to your liking. Serve the noodles in bowls with an egg on top, and sprinkle with the sesame seeds and some chilli flakes, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the right udon noodles: Look for thick, chewy udon noodles made from wheat flour. You can find them in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
- Cook the noodles al dente: Udon noodles should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked noodles will be mushy and unpleasant.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes sesame udon noodles special. Be sure to use a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors.
- Add your favorite toppings: Sesame udon noodles are delicious on their own, but you can also add your favorite toppings to make them even more special. Some popular toppings include green onions, sesame seeds, nori strips, and tempura.
- Enjoy immediately: Sesame udon noodles are best enjoyed immediately after they are made. The noodles will start to lose their texture and flavor if they are left to sit for too long.
Conclusion
Sesame udon noodles are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious bowl of sesame udon noodles that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied.
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