Miso Udon Noodles with Spinach and Tofu

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Servings: 2
Yield: 2 servings

Description

Simple to prepare and ready in 25 minutes, this vegetarian miso noodle recipe can be eaten on its own or served as a side.

Ingredients

1 (7 ounce) package dried udon noodles
1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon miso paste
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 cup cubed tofu
1/2 cup water
3 cups fresh spinach
3 stalks green onions, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 dash Sriracha sauce, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds, or to taste

Directions

1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are partially cooked, 5 to 7 minutes.
2 Meanwhile, combine butter, miso paste, sesame oil, and honey in a wok over medium heat and cook until sizzling. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tofu and cook for about 1 minute.
3 Drain udon noodles and add to wok with water. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add spinach and green onions; mix until spinach has wilted. Stir in soy sauce.
4 Ladle into two bowls. Drizzle with Sriracha and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.