Young Hijiki Udon Noodles

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The crunchy texture of Young Hijiki is very useful. It is a Young Hijiki Udon that warms the mind and body.

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Ingredients (2 servings):

• Young Hijiki : 3g
• Inari Age (Seasoned deep-fried tofu pouch): 4-6 sheets
• Frozen Udon (or boiled udon): 2 portion
• Green onions: 3 stalks 

Udon Soup 

• Water: 600ml
• Bonito flakes: 15g
• Dried anchovy powder: 1/2 tsp
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Mirin: 2 tbsp
• Soy sauce: 1 tbs

How to: 

1. Soak Young Hijiki for 6 minutes to rehydrate.
2. Cut each stalks of green onion into 4cm lengths.
3. Prepare the Udon soup. Add all the ingredients to a pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Once it reaches a boil, turn off the heat and strain the broth. Return the strained broth to the pot, add 4cm pieces of green onions, and simmer briefly.
4. Heat the Udon noodles in the microwave and place them in a srving bowl. Pour the broth over the noodles, then top with the Inari Age and the finely sliced green onion. 
5. Finish by placing rehydrated Young Hijiki on top. 

Using a rich bonito-based broth and sweet-and-savory Inari Age (Seasoned deep-fried tofu pouch) enhances the delicate flavor of the young hijiki, allowing its unique character to truly shine.