Korean Chilled Udon with Yuzu Soy Sauce
Yuja ganjang naeng udon is a chilled udon dish dressed in a sauce made from yuja (citron) syrup, soy sauce, and tsuyu. The sauce balances bright citrus fragrance with salty depth, and the tsuyu rounds out the umami. Frozen udon noodles are boiled and rinsed in cold water, which keeps them firm and allows the sauce to coat evenly. Bonito flakes, shredded nori, and sesame seeds are common toppings. The entire recipe takes about 19 minutes and requires no advanced technique.
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Instructions
- 1
Mix yuja marmalade, soy sauce, tsuyu, water, and lemon juice; chill in the fridge.
- 2
Boil udon for 2-3 minutes, then rinse thoroughly in cold water to remove starch.
- 3
Drain noodles well and place over ice briefly to chill further.
- 4
Thinly slice cucumber and prepare seaweed and sesame for garnish.
- 5
Place noodles in bowls and pour over the chilled yuja soy sauce.
- 6
Top with cucumber, seaweed, and sesame, then serve immediately.
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