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    Curry Udon

    Posted: May 8, 2022 Last Modified: May 8, 2022 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Perfect for any time of the day, this Curry Udon recipe is so easy to make. All you need are a handful of ingredients, and you’ll have this udon curry ready in less than 30 minutes. Chewy and bouncy udon noodles in a bowl of rich, flavourful curry broth and beef, a big bowl of this udon will be your new favourite meal.

    You are in for a treat with this curry udon recipe. The hearty broth is packed with umami and comes together so quickly, that it’s perfect for a busy weeknight. The udon noodles are also so fun to eat as they’re thick, chewy, and slurpable. It makes for such a satisfying meal.

    Overhead view of a bowl of curry udon with sliced beef and green onions.

    Why You’ll Love this Curry Udon Recipe

    • I’m obsessed with the Japanese curry broth. It’s filled with flavour and is beyond comforting, especially on a colder day! You’ll be drinking every last sip.
    • You only need a handful of ingredients and less than 30 minutes to make this curry udon recipe, so you can whip it up real quick on a busy night. I even use frozen shabu shabu beef so nothing needs to be thawed.
    • This recipe can easily be scaled up to however many servings you want it to be. Perfect for if you’ve got a crowd to feed but don’t have a ton of time.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    Ingredients needed to make curry udon.
    • oil — any neutral oil is fine for this udon curry. I simply use olive oil to saute my onions in.
    • onion — you can use any type of onion. I usually use a small yellow onion.
    • shabu shabu beef — I use frozen shabu shabu beef as it’s quick cooking. Plus, I don’t have to slice the beef myself. Feel free to slice your own beef or use a different protein. Sliced pork is a favourite as well.
    • dried bonito — I use hondashi to make my broth soup base.
    • curry roux — I use store-bought curry roux as it’s quick, simple, and shelf stable. You can get them in different spice levels so feel free to go for a spicy curry roux if you want more heat in this curry udon.
    • udon noodles — I’m using frozen udon noodles. If you want more info on udon, scroll down further!
    • green onions (scallions) — for a pop of colour and flavour, I garnish with a generous helping of green onions.

    How to Make Curry Udon

    A pot with cooked onions and frozen beef added.
    A pot showing onions and beef cooked.
    • In a pot over medium heat, add the oil and saute the sliced onions for about 2 minutes.
    • Add the frozen shabu shabu beef to the pot and continue to saute until the beef has browned throughout.
    Dashi stock added to the pot.
    Curry roux added to the soup.
    • Add the water to the pot alongside the dried bonito and bring it up to a boil. Feel free to skim off any fat or scum as the pot simmers.
    • Put one cube of the curry roux in a large ladle and dissolve it by stirring/whisking the roux with some of the hot broth. Repeat with the second roux.
    A pot of curry soup with beef.
    Udon noodles drained in a fine mesh sieve.
    • Place the lid on the pot and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, so the flavours can meld.
    • Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the udon noodles according to the package. Mine usually requires 1 minute of cooking before draining.
    • When ready, divide the udon noodles into two bowls and ladle the curry broth and beef over the noodles. Garnish with some green onions.
    Angled view of two bowls of curry udon.

    Recipe Tips and Notes

    • Add a splash of light soy sauce in the curry udon before serving for an extra hit of umami.
    • My shabu shabu beef is beef brisket, you can find different types if you want a leaner shabu shabu beef.
    • Dissolving the roux in the ladle helps the roux fully dissolved. By just adding the roux into the soup, you risk having undissolved chunks.
    • When skimming the soup, have a bowl of water handy so you can dunk the fine mesh seive into the water to release any fat or scum before continuing to skim.
    • Got beef and having trouble slicing it thinly? Place the piece of beef in the freezer for 10 to 20 minutes so it firms up and you can slice it better.
    • Sprinkle some shichimi togarashi over the curry udon before serving for a bit of heat.
    • Leftovers: I store my udon noodles separately from the curry broth in airtight containers.
    Close up of a bowl of curry udon.

    Types of Udon

    Types of udon.

    There are a lot of options when it comes to buying udon noodles for this udon with curry broth. Here are the ones that I usually see in stores.

    • Shelf Stable Udon Noodles: There are udon noodles that you find on the shelf at the store. It really depends on the brand when it comes to the shelf-stable ones as I find some to have a really strong aftertaste to them. (The first one pictured)
    • Fresh Udon Noodles: If you can find fresh udon noodles in the refrigerated section. I like using these noodles when possible but they do expire relatively quickly so I can’t stock up on these! I usually have to use them within the week of purchasing them. (The second one pictured)
    • Frozen Udon Noodles: This one is one of my favourites options if you cannot find fresh udon noodles. As they’re frozen, they can essentially live forever in my freezer and satisfy my cravings whenever I get hit with them! (The third one pictured)
    • Dried Udon Noodles: Not pictured above but dried udon noodles look similar to dried spaghetti noodles. These are convenient as you store them like you would pasta. However, they’re not my favourite as they’re not as plump and chewy as fresh udon noodles.

    All of these noodles are great options. Pick your favourite or most convenient one for this curry udon. It’s meant to be a quick and easy recipe that you can throw together quickly so don’t stress out if you can get a specific type of udon noodles.

    Overhead view of a bowl of curry udon with sliced beef and green onions.

    Curry Udon

    Perfect for any time of the day, this Curry Udon recipe is so easy to make. All you need are a handful of ingredients, and you'll have this udon curry ready in less than 30 minutes. Chewy and bouncy udon noodles in a bowl of rich, flavourful curry broth and beef, a big bowl of this udon will be your new favourite meal.
    5 from 30 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins
    Servings: 2 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 tbsp oil
    • 1 small onion
    • 300 grams shabu shabu beef, frozen
    • 3½ cups water
    • 1 tbsp dried bonito, hondashi
    • 2 cubes curry roux
    • 2 servings udon noodles, 240 grams x 2
    • ¼ cup green onions

    Equipment

    • pot with lid

    Instructions

    • In a pot over medium heat, add the oil and saute the sliced onions for about 2 minutes.
    • Add the frozen shabu shabu beef to the pot and continue to saute until the beef has browned throughout.
    • Add the water to the pot alongside the dried bonito and bring it up to a boil. Feel free to skim off any fat or scum as the pot simmers.
    • Put one cube of the curry roux in a large ladle and dissolve it by stirring/whisking the roux with some of the hot broth. Repeat with the second roux.
    • Place the lid on the pot and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, so the flavours can meld.
    • Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the udon noodles according to the package.
    • When ready, divide the udon noodles into two bowls and ladle the curry broth and beef over the noodles. Garnish with some green onions.
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    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories: 539kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1554mg | Potassium: 587mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 126IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 3mg
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Japanese

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