Chilled Udon with Eggplant and Tuna (using Frozen Udon & Microwave)

Name: Chilled Udon with Eggplant and Tuna (using Frozen Udon & Microwave)
Yield: Serves 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 eggplant; 1-2 tablespoons canned tuna (drained); 1 package frozen udon noodles; 1/2 cup to 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (100–120 ml) mentsuyu (noodle soup base) diluted with water to taste for warm udon soup; Grated ginger, to taste (optional); Radish sprouts (kaiware) or shiso leaves, as desired

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Microwaved eggplant pairs perfectly with tuna for a delicious combo.
This easy recipe uses frozen udon and the microwave, making it perfect for hot days.

Recipe background:
As the weather got warmer, I wanted to create a simple recipe using the microwave.
The tender eggplant, steamed in the microwave, combined with the richness of tuna, makes for a tasty chilled udon dish.

komomoもも @cook_40038460

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Ingredients

Serves 1 serving

1eggplant
1-2 tablespoonscanned tuna (drained)
1 packagefrozen udon noodles
1/2 cupto 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (100–120 ml) mentsuyu (noodle soup base) diluted with water to taste for warm udon soup
Grated ginger, to taste (optional)
Radish sprouts (kaiware) or shiso leaves, as desired

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Steps

1

Remove the stem from the eggplant. Poke it about 10 times with a toothpick or bamboo skewer, then wrap in plastic wrap. Microwave (600W) for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
2

Once the eggplant is soft, remove the plastic wrap and let it cool.
3

Dilute the mentsuyu with water to the strength you would use for warm udon soup (about 1/2 cup to 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (100–120 ml) per serving). Add grated ginger if you like.
4

Microwave the frozen udon noodles according to the package instructions.
5

Once the eggplant has cooled, tear it into strips by hand and soak in the diluted soup for 1–2 minutes.
6

Rinse the heated udon noodles under cold water or in ice water, drain well, and place in a bowl. Top with the eggplant and soup, tuna, and radish sprouts (or shiso leaves). Enjoy!