Nagasaki Sara Udon: Thin Crisp or Thick Fried Noodles
Nagasaki sara udon includes both thin crisp fried noodles under a thick topping and thick champon noodles pan-fried with ingredients and a small amount of stock. Pork, seafood, fish cake...
At a glance
| Name | Nagasaki Sara Udon: Thin Crisp or Thick Fried Noodles (Sara Udon) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Nagasaki |
| Region | Kyushu & Okinawa |
| Type | Meat, seafood and vegetables with sauce over one of two noodle styles |
What is it?
Nagasaki sara udon includes both thin crisp fried noodles under a thick topping and thick champon noodles pan-fried with ingredients and a small amount of stock.
Pork, seafood, fish cake, cabbage and sprouts are common, but neither noodle style alone defines the dish.
History and local context
Shikairo traces the thick version to fried champon noodles absorbing reduced soup and the thin crisp version to a later simplification.
The sauce stays hot; cook meat and seafood through and check wheat, shellfish and other allergens.
How to enjoy it
Compare crisp-to-soft thin noodles or the seared thick noodle, adding Worcestershire sauce only a little at a time.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nagasaki Sara Udon: Thin Crisp or Thick Fried Noodles from?
It is associated with Nagasaki, in the Kyushu & Okinawa region of Japan.
What kind of food is Nagasaki Sara Udon: Thin Crisp or Thick Fried Noodles?
This guide classifies it as meat, seafood and vegetables with sauce over one of two noodle styles. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
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