Instructions

To Prepare the Noodles

1. Fill a large saucepan with boiling water.
2. Bring the saucepan to the boil on high heat.
3. Add the noodles.
4. Use a pair of tongs or chopsticks to gently loosen and separate the noodles. This step should take just a few seconds.
5. Once the noodles have separated, drain the noodles immediately.
6. Add the sesame oil to the noodles and toss briefly. The sesame oil will help prevent the noodles from sticking to each other.
7. Divide the noodles amongst the soup bowls.

To Prepare the Dashi Broth

1. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a gentle simmer.
2. Add the dashi powder, soy sauce, mirin and sugar.
3. Simmer the broth gently for about 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Taste for seasoning. Add more salt or soy sauce if necessary, or you may need to dilute with more water if the broth is too strong or salty.

To Serve

1. Add the vegetables to the broth and cook them for a few minutes.
2. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles, together with the vegetables.
3. Serve immediately.