Japanese Udon Noodle Soup with Tofu and Shiitake

Ingredients

• 8 ounces udon noodles
• 1 block firm tofu, cubed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons scallions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Method

1. 01
   Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 02
   In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
3. 03
   Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot and cook until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. 04
   Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and mirin. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. 05
   Add the cubed tofu to the soup and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
6. 06
   Divide the cooked udon noodles into bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles.
7. 07
   Garnish each bowl with sliced scallions and serve immediately.