Udon Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Spinach
- Makes4 servings
- Cook Time35 Minutes
- 7
A full pound of fresh shiitake mushrooms and a good dose of soy sauce give this quick vegetarian supper lots of meaty flavor, while thick, chewy Japanese udon noodles give it satisfying texture. Though udon also is sold fresh and frozen, we use dried because they're more widely available; look for them in the international aisle of the supermarket. For some spicy heat, offer Sriracha, chili-garlic sauce or chili oil on the side.
Don’t boil the noodles until tender. Drain them when they're al dente (check the package for the suggested cooking time but test for doneness a few minutes early) and rinse them under cool water to halt the cooking and rinse off excess starch. This will prevent the udon from becoming soggy and sticky when rewarmed in the skillet.
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