Step 1
Boil water in a large pot and cook Udon Noodles as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a separate saucepan, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add finely chopped garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4
Add sliced mushrooms and tofu cubes. Cook until mushrooms are tender and tofu is lightly golden.
Step 5
Pour in water and add dashi powder. Bring to a gentle boil.
Step 6
Add soy sauce and stir well. Simmer the broth for 15–20 minutes to let flavors develop.
Step 7
Taste and adjust salt or soy sauce as needed.
Step 8
Add seaweed strips and stir gently.
Step 9
Add cooked noodles into the broth and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Step 10
Turn off the heat and let the pot sit covered for 2 minutes.
Step 11
Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped spring onion and a dash of sesame oil.