- Pat mushrooms dry and give them room in the pan; crowding makes them steam instead of brown.
- Loosen vacuum packed udon under warm water before it reaches the skillet so the noodles stay intact.
Deep comfortDinner · Japanese style
Miso Butter Udon Hug
Silky noodles, glossy mushrooms, and just enough miso to make the whole bowl feel held.
20 minutesEasy difficulty15g protein
Why it fits
Warm noodles and savory depth deliver comfort without a long cooking project.
01 Gather
Ingredients
Makes 2 generous servings
- 2 packs vacuum packed udon
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp white miso
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 scallions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
02 Make
The good part
- 01
Whisk miso, soy sauce, and 3 tablespoons warm water.
- 02
Brown the mushrooms in half the butter over medium high heat.
- 03
Add udon, sauce, and remaining butter; toss until glossy and hot.
- 04
Finish with scallions and sesame seeds.
03 Know before you cook
Small details, better dinner.
Practical notes for getting the texture right, adapting the ingredients, and saving what is left.
- Use vegan butter for a dairy free bowl.
- Cremini, shiitake, oyster mushrooms, or a mix all work well.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a spoonful of water to restore the sauce’s gloss.
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Per serving, approximately
510 calories15g protein5g fiber
Nutrition is an estimate and may vary with brands and portions.04 The kitchen edit
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