Udon Noodles with Citrus Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Udon Noodles with Citrus Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup boiling water; 1 large ancho chile; 3/4 pound dried thin Japanese udon noodles; 1 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese rice wine); 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil; Salt; 1 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick; 1 cup mung bean sprouts; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 cup boiling water
1 large ancho chile
3/4 pound dried thin Japanese udon noodles
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup mirin (Japanese rice wine)
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
Salt
1 medium cucumberpeeled, seeded and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
1 cup mung bean sprouts
2 scallions, thinly sliced

1
In a heatproof medium bowl, pour the boiling water over the ancho.
2
Cover and let stand until softened, about 20 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook the udon, stirring often, until just tender, about 8 minutes.
4
Drain the udon in a colander and rinse well with cold water.
5
Let drain, lifting the noodles occasionally to keep them separate.
6
Remove and discard the stem and seeds from the ancho and finely chop the chile.
7
Transfer the ancho to a blender, add the orange juice, mirin and orange zest and blend to a smooth sauce.
8
Add the sesame oil and season the vinaigrette with salt.
9
In a large bowl, toss the udon with the cucumber, bean sprouts and scallions.
10
Add the orange dressing, toss well and serve immediately.

880

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup boiling water, 1 large ancho chile, 3/4 pound dried thin Japanese udon noodles, 1 cup fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Udon Noodles with Citrus Vinaigrette falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Udon Noodles with Citrus Vinaigrette

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Variations & substitutions

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