Nagoya-style Miso Nikomi Udon: Thick Miso Soup Udon (Nagoya no Miso Nikomi Udon: Koi Miso Shiru Udon)

Nagoya no Miso Nikomi Udon, also known as Koi Miso Shiru Udon, is a hearty and comforting noodle dish that originates from the city of Nagoya in Japan. This dish features thick udon noodles simmered in a rich and savory miso-based broth, along with various toppings such as green onions, kamaboko (fish cake), and mushrooms. It's a popular dish in Nagoya and is perfect for warming up during the colder months.

Nagoya-style Miso Nikomi Udon: Thick Miso Soup Udon (Nagoya no Miso Nikomi Udon: Koi Miso Shiru Udon)

Ingredients

  • 4 packs of fresh udon noodles
  • 6 cups of dashi stock
  • 1/2 cup of red miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons of mirin
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 block of kamaboko (fish cake), thinly sliced
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup of sliced mushrooms

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the dashi stock to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the red miso paste, mirin, and soy sauce until the miso is fully dissolved.
  3. Add the sliced kamaboko and mushrooms to the pot and let them simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions, then divide them into serving bowls.
  5. Pour the hot miso soup over the udon noodles, making sure to distribute the kamaboko and mushrooms evenly.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
380 per serving
Carbohydrates
60g
Protein
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Pot Whisk Serving Bowls

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nagoya no Miso Nikomi Udon with a side of pickled vegetables and a cold beer for an authentic Nagoya dining experience.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a spoonful of butter to the miso soup just before serving.

Cost

$20