10-Year Udon in Chilled Egoma Seed Sauce

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   Add the egoma to a frying pan and dry-fry on low-medium heat.

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   It'll take 2-3 minutes, and the sesame will become aromatic while making a popping sound.

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   Next up is grinding the egoma seeds.

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   Prepare your dish, flavorings, and a wide space to work in.

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   Start off by grinding vigorously.

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   Once you've ground 70-80% of the seeds, then add the flavoring.

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   Add the miso, soy sauce, and sake, and grind until smooth.

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   Add the dashi in parts to flavor the mixture.

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   I used special kombu dashi.

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    Hang in there and keep grinding.

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    Add the dashi while checking the salty flavor.

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    If you don't mind sesame granules then you're finished here.

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    When you're close to finishing the cold sesame sauce boil the udon.

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    If you're working by yourself then boil the udon while the sauce is chilling.

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    Drain the boiled udon all at once and cool the noodles.

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    Use both hands to rinse the noodles, rubbing them gently.

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    It's easiest if you have a large bowl and strainer.

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    Place the noodles in a sieve and the sauce in a glass bowl.

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    Serve with your desired condiments (cucumber, ginger, shiso, etc) for a bit of color.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.