Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMikuniKid's Udon Recipe

Kid's Udon Recipe

Inspired by Mikuni
Time30m
Serves2

Thick flour noodles & tofu in broth

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the firm tofu into bite-sized cubes, slice the green onions, peel and julienne the carrots, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

  2. 2

    Cook the Udon Noodles

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the udon noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Make the Broth

    In the same pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce, and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add Vegetables and Tofu

    Add the chopped carrots and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Then, add the tofu cubes and spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Combine Noodles and Broth

    Add the cooked udon noodles to the pot, stirring gently to combine. Allow to heat through for 1-2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve warm.

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