Best Sauces for Udon Noodles (Print View)
Explore tasty sauces to elevate udon noodles including soy garlic, sesame chili, peanut, miso, and ponzu.
# What You'll Need:
→ Soy Garlic Sauce
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0.25 cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, grated
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
→ Spicy Sesame Chili Oil Sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon chili flakes
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar
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0.5 teaspoon brown sugar
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1 tablespoon scallions, chopped
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds
→ Creamy Peanut Sauce
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2 tablespoons peanut butter
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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0.5 tablespoon honey
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0.5 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons warm water
→ Miso Ginger Sauce
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1 tablespoon white miso paste
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon grated ginger
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0.5 cup water
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
→ Ponzu Sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon citrus juice
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0.5 teaspoon rice vinegar
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0.5 teaspoon sugar
# Directions:
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Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, grated garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, add soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir to blend. Incorporate chopped scallions and sesame seeds. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and warm water. Mix briskly until the sauce achieves a smooth consistency.
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In a small pan, combine white miso paste, soy sauce, and grated ginger with water. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until fully dissolved. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and remove from heat.
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In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, citrus juice, rice vinegar, and sugar. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, prepare sauces ahead of time to allow ingredients to meld.
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Serve each sauce alongside freshly cooked udon noodles for a customizable experience.