Saba Miso Udon

Saba Miso Udon is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender grilled mackerel with rich miso broth and chewy udon noodles. This Paleo-friendly recipe is packed with umami flavors, making it a satisfying supper option.

Saba Miso Udon
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Udon noodles - 200 grams
  • Mackerel fillets - 2 pieces (about 200 grams total)
  • Miso paste (white or yellow) - 3 tablespoons
  • Dashi stock (homemade or store-bought) - 500 ml
  • Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Sea salt - to taste
  • Water - 1 liter

Steps

  1. 1. In a pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil. Add the udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. While the noodles are cooking, prepare the mackerel by seasoning both sides with sea salt. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and grill the mackerel for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and crispy.
  3. 3. In a separate pot, heat a bit of sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. 4. Stir in the dashi stock and bring it to a simmer. Add miso paste and coconut aminos, whisking until the miso is fully dissolved.
  5. 5. Add the cooked udon noodles to the miso broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  6. 6. To serve, place the udon and broth in bowls, top with grilled mackerel, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 950 mg
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from mackerel, promoting heart health.
  • Contains probiotics from miso, supporting gut health.

Tags

JapanesePaleoSupper