Nasu Udon Goya

Nasu Udon Goya is a delicious and comforting Paleo dish featuring tender eggplant and udon-style noodles made from zucchini, all tossed in a savory broth. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying meal for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium-sized (about 400g)
• Eggplant - 200g, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 500ml
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Coconut aminos - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchinis using a spiralizer or julienne them into thin noodle-like shapes.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the eggplant pieces to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Stir in the miso paste and coconut aminos, mixing well with the eggplant.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the spiralized zucchini to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the zucchini to soften and absorb the flavors.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant, which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in fiber from zucchini, promoting digestive health.

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