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Umami Noodle Soup

Creamy Umami Noodle Soup with Crispy Mushrooms


  • Author: Joanna Wearstler
  • Total Time: 55 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A rich and creamy noodle soup featuring a savory soy-milk broth and crispy oven-roasted mushrooms.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 ounces (450g) fresh udon noodles
  • 2 cups (480ml) unsweetened soy milk
  • 18 ounces (500g) mixed mushrooms (oyster, shiitake, cremini)
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup (30g) roasted white sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil, divided
  • 1 bunch scallions, sliced
  • 2 Thai chili peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • Toasted sesame oil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush two baking sheets with oil. Tear or slice mushrooms into thin pieces, toss with 2 tablespoons of oil and salt, and spread on the pans. Roast for 15 minutes, stir and combine onto one pan, then roast for 10 more minutes until crispy.
  2. Boil a large pot of water and cook the udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and scallion whites for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the sautéed aromatics to a blender. Add the vegetable broth, soy milk, sesame seeds, soy sauce, miso, rice vinegar, and white pepper. Blend until completely smooth.
  5. Pour the broth into a saucepan and heat over medium-low, whisking often, until hot (about 5-6 minutes).
  6. Divide noodles into bowls, pour over the hot broth, and top with the crispy mushrooms and scallion greens.

Notes

Use gluten-free tamari and rice noodles for a gluten-free version.

  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • None:
  • Cook Time: 35 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Japanese Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1400mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Umami Noodle Soup, vegan ramen, mushroom soup, udon noodle recipe, creamy vegetable soup