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Rinse the greens and cut the tofu into cubes. Slice the mushrooms and keep udon noodles handy.
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In a pot over medium heat, warm up the sesame oil. Cook the mushrooms till tender and browned. Then add tofu cubes and let them get a bit crispy.
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Pour in vegetable broth and bring it to a soft simmer. Mix in soy sauce or tamari.
04 -
Turn the heat down a bit. Stir miso paste in a small bowl with some hot broth till smooth, then add it back to the pot. Keep it from boiling so the taste and good stuff stay fresh.
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If the noodles are frozen, drop them right into the simmering broth and cook until warm. If they're fresh, cook them separately by the package and add before serving.
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Put in spinach or bok choy and cook just until they drop, about a minute.
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Scoop soup into bowls with a good mix of noodles, tofu, and veggies. Top with chopped green onion and optional chili oil or togarashi.