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Japanese udon noodles served with a light soy-dashi sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bukkake udon (280 g) has 358 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 67.5 g of carbs, 11.8 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 280 g
358
KCAL / 280G
Carbs
67.5g
· 25% DV
Protein
11.8g
· 24% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
3.4g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 13% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 358 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.62 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 616 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% |
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 280 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 36 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 140 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 2 cup (large) | 360 g | 461 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 380 g | 486 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Bukkake udon is a Japanese noodle dish made by pouring a small amount of concentrated soy-and-dashi sauce over thick udon noodles. It is commonly finished with toppings such as scallions, grated ginger, or tempura.
Bukkake udon is served with its sauce poured over the noodles, while zaru udon is usually served plain on a bamboo tray with dipping sauce on the side. With zaru udon, you dip each bite rather than mixing sauce through the bowl.
To make bukkake udon sauce, combine dashi with soy sauce and mirin, then warm it briefly or chill it for a cold noodle bowl. Taste before pouring: the sauce should be more concentrated than soup broth because only a little is used.
Yes, frozen udon works well for bukkake udon and often has a pleasantly chewy texture. Heat it according to the package directions, drain it thoroughly, and rinse it under cold water if you are making a chilled version.
Scallions, grated ginger, tempura bits, nori, and sesame are classic bukkake udon toppings. Grated daikon adds a fresh, sharp note, while a soft-cooked egg makes the bowl richer without changing the basic soy-dashi character.
No. In bukkake udon, the sauce is poured directly over the noodles; in tsukemen, noodles are served separately and dipped into a concentrated broth. The two dishes differ in serving style as well as their usual noodle and broth choices.
Bukkake udon can be served hot or cold, depending on the style and season. Cold bukkake udon is especially refreshing in warm weather, while hot versions pair warm noodles with warmed sauce and toppings.
Serve bukkake udon soon after adding the sauce, since the noodles gradually absorb it and soften. If you are preparing components ahead, keep the cooked noodles and sauce separate, then combine them just before eating.
Bukkake udon pairs well with tempura vegetables or shrimp, a small rice dish, or simple Japanese sides such as pickles. Choose a modest accompaniment because the noodles and their savory sauce are already the center of the meal.
Yes, you can make bukkake udon with kombu or mushroom dashi instead of fish-based dashi. The sauce will have a different, less seafood-like flavor, but soy sauce and mirin still provide its familiar savory-sweet balance.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B12
0.28µg · 12% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Sodium
616mg · 27% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
123mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bukkake udon is a Japanese noodle dish made with thick, chewy wheat udon and a savoury sauce poured directly over the noodles. The sauce is commonly based on soy sauce and dashi, a stock often made with kombu and fish. It is frequently served chilled in Japan, though warm versions are also enjoyed.
The noodles are soft and pleasantly springy, while the sauce brings a salty, deeply savoury flavour. Typical toppings include sliced spring onion, grated ginger, and crisp tempura bits; a raw or soft-cooked egg is another option. Outside Japan, it makes a quick, substantial meal, especially with a side of vegetables or pickles. For a lighter bowl, use less sauce and add vegetables; udon provides 24.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.