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Curry Udon

A comforting bowl of thick udon noodles in a rich, savory Japanese-style curry sauce with tender meat and vegetables. This weeknight-friendly version comes together in about 30 minutes.

Total time
30 min
Servings
2
Calories
650
Protein
30g
Curry Udon
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Ingredients

  • 2 servings udon noodles
  • 200 g beef or chicken, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 4 pieces Japanese curry roux
  • 600 ml water
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 sliced onion and 1 sliced carrot, cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 200g sliced beef or chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour in 600ml water and bring to a boil. Add 4 pieces of Japanese curry roux, stirring until melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low and simmer the curry until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, cook 2 servings of udon noodles according to package instructions, then drain.

  6. 6

    Divide noodles between bowls and ladle the hot curry over them. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle

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