Green Tea Broth With Udon Noodles Mark Bittman Recipe

Experience the elegant simplicity of Mark Bittman's Green Tea Broth with Udon Noodles, a recipe adapted from his iconic cookbook, "How to Cook Everything Vegetarian." This quick and flavorful soup is perfect as a light first course or a satisfying lunch. Elevate your culinary experience with customizable garnishes and flavor intensifiers – from delicate additions served on top to ingredients simmered directly into the broth for a richer taste. Discover the perfect balance of savory and subtle in this easy-to-make, 40-minute masterpiece.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 202.9 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Green Tea Broth With Udon Noodles Mark Bittman

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How to Make Green Tea Broth With Udon Noodles Mark Bittman

  1. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 4 tablespoons of loose leaf green tea (or 8-10 green tea bags) and let steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea leaves or bags.
  3. Add 8 ounces dried udon noodles to the simmering broth. Cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, or until tender but still slightly firm.
  4. While the noodles cook, prepare your chosen garnishes and flavor intensifiers (see ingredient list for suggestions).
  5. Once the noodles are cooked, divide them equally among four bowls.
  6. Ladle the hot green tea broth over the noodles.
  7. Garnish each bowl with your desired additions (e.g., shiitake mushrooms, grated ginger, thinly sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, a drizzle of sesame oil).
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g