Best 3 Green Tea Broth With Udon Noodles Mark Bittman Recipes

Looking for a comforting and flavorful noodle soup that's also good for you? Try this Green Tea Broth with Udon Noodles by Mark Bittman. This unique and delicious dish features a savory broth made with green tea, shiitake mushrooms, and kombu seaweed, along with tender udon noodles, fresh vegetables, and a variety of toppings. The green tea broth is not only flavorful but also packed with antioxidants, making this soup a healthy and satisfying meal. The recipe also includes instructions for making your own udon noodles from scratch, but you can also use store-bought noodles if you're short on time. Toppings like scallions, cilantro, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds add a burst of freshness and flavor to each bowl. Whether you're a fan of Japanese cuisine or simply looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, this Green Tea Broth with Udon Noodles is sure to impress.

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GREEN TEA BROTH WITH UDON NOODLES (MARK BITTMAN)

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From Mark Bittman's cookbook, "How to Cook Everything Vegetarian". With its somewhat savory taste, the resulting soup is elegant in both simplicity and speed; and the list that follows shows the ways to embellish and intensify the flavor. Some are garnishes to serve over the noodles; others are cooked in the broth to give it more character. And some can go either way. Makes 4 first-course or 2 lunch servings

Provided by blucoat

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1/4 cup green tea leaves
salt
8 ounces udon noodles
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon mirin (optional) or 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
1 cup finely chopped tomatoes, added to the broth as it simmers (optional)
1 -2 pinch cayenne (optional) or 1 -2 pinch other ground dried chile, added to the broth as it simmers (optional)
1/2 cup cubed tofu, added to the broth when the noodles are nearly finished cooking (optional)
1 cup precooked small bean, added to the broth when the noodles are nearly finished cooking (like soybeans, adzuki, edamame, or mung) (optional)
4 scrambled eggs, added to the broth when the noodles are nearly finished cooking (optional)
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger, added to the broth as it simmers (optional)
2 sheets nori, lightly toasted and cut into 1-inch strips, for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, used as a garnish (optional)
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds (to garnish) (optional)
2 tablespoons nuts, like pistachios, cashews (optional) or 2 tablespoons hazelnuts, toasted and used as a garnish (optional)
1 dab wasabi paste (to garnish) (optional)
1 thinly sliced onion, added to the broth as it simmers or as a garnish (optional)
1 handful of julienned cucumber, added to the broth as it simmers or as a garnish (optional)
1 -2 cup shredded lettuce (optional) or 1 -2 cup cabbage, added to the broth as it simmers or as a garnish (optional)
1 cup mung bean sprouts, added to the broth as it simmers or as a garnish (optional)
2 tablespoons candied ginger, added to the broth as it simmers or as a garnish (omit the mirin or sugar) (optional)

Steps:

Put 7 cups water in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and let rest for a couple minutes. Stir in the tea leaves (or use a tea ball, cheesecloth, or some other mesh contraption), cover, and steep until fragrant and richly colored, 5 to 10 minutes. Strain the "tea broth" through a strainer and put the tea in a large saucepan. Discard the tea leaves.
Bring the tea broth to a boil and sprinkle with salt. Stir in the udon. When the broth returns to a boil, add 2 cups of cold water. When the liquid returns to a boil, turn the heat down so that it bubbles gently without overflowing. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are just tender, usually 5 to 7 minutes, but it could be more depending upon the brand you use. Taste and add more salt, a few grinds of pepper, and the mirin or sugar, if you like, and serve.

SMOKY TEA STOCK

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Here's the problem with homemade stock: It's so good that it doesn't last long. What's needed is something you can produce more or less on the spot. Although water is a suitable proxy in small quantities, when it comes to making the bubbling, chest-warming soups that we rely on in winter, water needs some help. Fortunately, there are almost certainly flavorful ingredients sitting in your fridge or pantry that can transform water into a good stock in a matter of minutes. This recipe is meant to be fast, so by ''simmer,'' I mean as little as five minutes and no more than 15. You can season these stocks at the end with salt and pepper to taste, or wait until you're ready to turn them into full-fledged soups. This one is a perfect broth for udon noodles.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories easy, quick, soups and stews

Time 15m

Yield About 6 cups of stock

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

Sliced ginger
1/4 cup Lapsang souchong tea leaves (green tea is also good) or 4 tea bags
Soy sauce
Black pepper

Steps:

Drop some sliced ginger into 6 cups water, bring to a boil, then turn off the heat.
Let rest for a few minutes, then stir in 1/4 cup Lapsang souchong tea leaves (green tea is also good). If you can't find loose tea leaves, use 4 tea bags.
Steep for 5 or 10 minutes, then strain. Season with soy sauce if you like, and add some black pepper.

GREEN-TEA SOY BROTH

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Scott Uehlein, executive chef at the renowned Canyon Ranch Health Resort in Tucson, Arizona, says this broth is delicious over seared tuna or noodles.

Provided by Scott Uehlein

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 green-tea bags
3 tbsp low-sodium tamari soy sauce
1 tbsp ginger juice (grate ginger, skin on; using your hand, squeeze juice into a bowl)
2 tsp pineapple juice concentrate

Steps:

Steep tea bags in 3 cups hot water about 5 minutes. In a large saucepan, combine tea with remaining ingredients. Heat to a simmer. Serve over tuna.

Tips:

Use high-quality green tea. The flavor of the broth will be greatly influenced by the quality of the tea you use.
Don't overcook the noodles. Udon noodles should be cooked until they are al dente, with a slight chew to them.
Add your favorite toppings. This recipe is a great base for adding your favorite toppings, such as vegetables, tofu, or eggs.
Make it ahead of time. This broth can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat it over medium heat before serving.

Conclusion:

This green tea broth with udon noodles is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The broth is flavorful and refreshing, and the noodles are cooked to perfection. With a few simple toppings, this dish can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.