Description
Quick and comforting 15-minute miso noodles deliver a Japanese-inspired symphony of umami flavors, dancing with silky noodles and rich broth. Slurp-worthy and deeply satisfying, these noodles promise a delicious escape you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce Base:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) white miso paste (shiro miso)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) warm water
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) grated ginger
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame seeds
- Chili flakes or sriracha (optional, for heat)
Noodles:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) ramen, udon, or soba noodles
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame oil (for tossing)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil, then carefully add noodles and cook until they reach a tender yet slightly firm consistency.
- Immediately drain the noodles in a colander and gently rinse under cool running water to halt the cooking process and prevent clumping.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the noodles and delicately toss to ensure each strand is evenly coated, creating a glossy and flavorful base.
- Whisk miso paste with warm water to create a smooth, silky sauce that will infuse the noodles with a rich, umami depth.
- Pour the miso mixture over the noodles, gently folding to distribute the sauce thoroughly and ensure every bite is well-seasoned.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds across the surface, adding vibrant color and a nutty crunch to the dish.
- Optional: For added protein or texture, quickly sauté tofu or scramble an egg to incorporate into the noodles before serving.
- Transfer to serving bowls, garnish with additional herbs or a light drizzle of chili oil for an extra layer of complexity and heat.
Notes
- Swap wheat noodles with rice noodles or zucchini noodles for gluten-free or low-carb alternatives that maintain the delicious miso flavor profile.
- Reserve a small amount of pasta water before draining, which helps create a silky sauce and ensures perfect noodle coating when mixing with miso.
- Rinse noodles quickly under cold water to stop cooking process and prevent overcooking, keeping them perfectly tender and preventing mushy texture.
- Add protein like tofu, shredded chicken, or soft-boiled eggs to transform this simple dish into a more substantial meal with extra nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg