The scents of cinnamon and star anise add big flavors to this quick soup. Butter adds body and a silky texture. Fresh udon noodles take only a few minutes to cook, but dry udon noodles work well here too. There’s no need to strain the broth to remove the spices. You can simply remove the spices with a slotted spoon when you pour the broth over the noodles, if desired.
1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola or avocado
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1/4 cup unsalted tomato paste
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
3 whole star anise
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 teaspoons fish sauce
9 ounces fresh udon noodles
4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 teaspoon toasted white or black sesame seeds
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