Kitsune Udon
Kitsune Udon features springy wheat noodles in a clear, umami-rich dashi accented with soy and mirin. Tender, sweet-savory aburaage adds a caramelized depth that contrasts the clean broth, while scallions bring fresh bite. Perfect for a cozy dinner when you want something light, comforting, and deeply satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Kitsune Udon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 34 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 59
- Heart Health
- 37
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Break the kombu into 2-inch pieces; this should be about 2 cups, loosely packed.
- 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the water and kombu to a gentle boil; boil for 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove from heat, then take out and discard the kombu.
- 4
Sprinkle in the bonito flakes and bring to a simmer over medium heat, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Once simmering, remove from heat, strain, and discard the solids.
- 6
Return the dashi to the saucepan and set aside.
- 7
Place the aburaage in a medium bowl.
- 8
Cover with hot water and let soak until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Strain, let cool briefly until cool enough to handle, and gently press the aburaage with your hands to squeeze out any excess water.
- 10
In another medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 1 cup dashi, 1 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon mirin, and sugar to a boil.
- 11
Reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat and add the soaked aburaage.
- 12
Cook, covered, until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes, flipping the aburaage halfway through.
- 13
Bring the remaining 4 cups dashi to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- 14
Stir in the salt, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and remaining 1 tablespoon mirin.
- 15
Add the frozen udon noodles; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the noodles separate and are tender yet firm to the bite, about 2 minutes.
- 16
Divide the noodles and broth evenly into 2 bowls.
- 17
Top with the seasoned aburaage and the sliced scallions.
- Calories 1237.94 kcal High 62%
- Protein 63.73 g Good Source 127%
- Carbohydrate 220.1 g 80%
- Total Fat 11.03 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 2210.15 mg High 96%
- Dietary Fiber 17.57 g Good Source 63%
- Total Sugars 49.38 g --
- Added Sugars 24.85 g High 50%
- Calcium 94.79 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 2.04 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 624.43 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 2.57 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Kitsune Udon is made with 8 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Mirin, Salt, Salt Flakes, and Seaweed. Each serving provides about 1237.94 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Kitsune Udon made of?
- The main ingredients are Mirin, Salt, Salt Flakes, Seaweed, Soy Sauce. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Kitsune Udon?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1237.94 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Kitsune Udon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 17 steps.
- Is Kitsune Udon healthy?
- Kitsune Udon has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 1237.94 calories and 63.73 g of protein, or 127% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2210.15 mg (96% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 24.85 g (50% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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