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Udon Sauce

This Udon Sauce is a delightful blend of flavors that complements udon noodles, vegetables, and proteins.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 2 tablespoons sake
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Storage container

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, add the soy sauce, mirin, and sake.
  2. Stir in the sugar until it dissolves.
  3. Mix in the minced garlic and grated ginger.
  4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the sesame oil and rice vinegar.
  6. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool before transferring it to a storage container.

Notes

Store any leftover sauce in the fridge for up to a week.