🍤🍜 Spicy Shrimp Udon Noodle Soup 🍜🍤
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
12 oz (340g) udon noodles
1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons miso paste
1 tablespoon sriracha or gochujang (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 cup bok choy, chopped
1 carrot, julienned
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Cook the Udon Noodles:
Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Broth:
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, water, soy sauce, and miso paste. Stir to combine.
Add sriracha or gochujang, adjusting the amount based on your desired spice level.
Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
Cook the Shrimp:
Add the shrimp to the simmering broth and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Stir in the chopped bok choy and julienned carrots, cooking for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Drizzle the soup with sesame oil for added depth of flavor.
Assemble the Soup:
Divide the cooked udon noodles into serving bowls.
Ladle the hot soup with shrimp and vegetables over the noodles.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of citrusy freshness.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Spicy Shrimp Udon Noodle Soup! 🍤🍜