A warm, savory bowl of comfort 🍜
When it comes to cozy, satisfying Japanese dishes, Shrimp Tempura Udon Soup takes the spotlight. With its rich, umami-packed broth, thick chewy udon noodles, and crispy golden shrimp tempura on top, this dish is pure comfort in a bowl. Whether you’re craving a warm winter meal or looking to explore authentic Japanese flavors, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste right at home. 🤤
🥢 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Authentic Japanese taste
✅ A beautiful contrast of textures – soft noodles and crispy shrimp
✅ Makes an impressive yet comforting dish
✅ Ideal for lunch or dinner
📝 Ingredients
🍜 For the Udon Soup:
- 4 cups dashi broth (homemade or instant)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin (sweet rice wine)
- 1 tablespoon sake
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
- 2 servings of frozen or fresh udon noodles
🍤 For the Shrimp Tempura:
- 6 large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails left on)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- Oil for deep frying (vegetable or canola)
Tempura Batter:
- 1 egg yolk
- ¾ cup ice-cold sparkling water
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
🧅 Garnishes:
- Thinly sliced green onions
- Toasted nori (seaweed strips)
- Soft-boiled egg (optional)
- Shichimi togarashi (Japanese chili spice mix)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. 🔥 Prepare the Broth
In a pot, combine the dashi, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Simmer gently over medium heat for 5–7 minutes. Adjust salt to taste. Keep it warm on low heat.
2. 🍤 Make the Tempura Batter
In a bowl, lightly beat the egg yolk. Add ice-cold sparkling water, then sift in the flour and cornstarch. Stir lightly — don’t overmix! A few lumps are okay; it should be light and airy.
3. 🦐 Fry the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry, dredge in flour, and dip them into the tempura batter. Fry in hot oil (350°F / 175°C) for about 2–3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4. 🍲 Cook the Udon
Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse briefly under warm water to loosen them.
5. 🥣 Assemble the Bowl
Divide the noodles between two bowls. Pour in the hot broth. Top each with 3 shrimp tempura, green onions, nori strips, and a soft-boiled egg if using. Sprinkle with shichimi for an extra kick 🌶️
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💡 Pro Tips
- Keep your batter cold for extra crispy tempura ❄️
- Serve the shrimp on top right before eating so they stay crispy
- Dashi is essential for authentic flavor — don’t skip it!
🥢 Serve With
A side of pickled ginger or a small cucumber salad adds the perfect contrast to this warm bowl.
📌 Final Thoughts
This shrimp tempura udon soup is more than just a meal — it’s a full experience. The combination of delicate Japanese broth, chewy noodles, and that irresistible crispy tempura will leave your guests asking for seconds (or thirds 😉). Bookmark this for your next chilly evening or when you want to impress with homemade Japanese cuisine!