5 EASY JAPANESE RECIPES Ready In 15 Minutes Or Less

udon noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is more accessible.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tempeh is higher in protein, while chicken is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is a gluten-free option.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar with sugar mimics mirin's sweetness, while white wine is often less costly.

Bring a pot of water to boil and add the udon noodles. Cook according to the directions on the package (usually around 2-3 minutes for fresh and frozen noodles, 4-6 minutes for dried udon). Drain well and set aside. If you are not planning to use the noodles right away, toss them in a little bit of sesame oil to prevent them from sticking together.

In a pan over high heat, add butter, dashi, and water, and stir until the butter is bubbling.

Add the udon noodles and toss them a few times to coat well. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the noodles are soft but slightly crunchy on the outside (light brown in color).

Add the soy sauce, turn off the heat, and coat well.

Transfer to a plate, and top with green onions, bonito flakes, and nori.

Serve yaki udon immediately.

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