Beef Udon (Niku Udon)

Step 1

Boil udon noodles per the instructions to al-dente. Rinse them in running cold water until the noddles cool down completely, then drain (note 3).

Step 2

Add all the Broth ingredients in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.

Step 3

Put all the Beef Toppings ingredients, except beef, into a skillet and bring it to a boil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add beef to the skillet, untangling each slice of the beef. Cook until a small amount of liquid is left at the bottom of the skillet - see the photo in the section, HOW TO MAKE BEEF UDON (NIKU UDON) in the post.

Step 5

Turn the heat off and leave until required.

Step 6

Bring water in a saucepan to a boil and blanch the udon noodles to warm them up. Drain well and transfer to a serving bowl.

Step 7

Pour the hot broth over the noodles. Untangle the noodles in the broth if required.

Step 8

Transfer the beef (note on top of the noodles and scatter the chopped shallots/scallions over the beef. Serve immediately.