Description
This quick and irresistible Yaki Udon noodle recipe brings authentic Japanese stir-fried flavor to your weeknight table. Thick, chewy noodles, savory sauce, crisp vegetables, and your choice of protein make it the ultimate comfort food—ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
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- Noodles & Veggies:
- 2 (7–8 oz) packages fresh or frozen udon noodles
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cabbage, roughly chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
- Protein (choose one):
- 8 oz thinly sliced pork, chicken thigh, or firm tofu (cubed)
- Yaki Udon Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian alternative)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Optional Toppings: Sesame seeds, bonito flakes, chili oil, pickled ginger, nori strips
Instructions
- Prepare noodles: If frozen, rinse under warm water until loosened. Set aside.
- Whisk sauce ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add protein and cook 2–3 minutes until mostly done.
- Add onion and sauté 1 minute. Add carrots, bell pepper, and cabbage. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add noodles to pan and toss gently. Pour in sauce and stir continuously to coat everything evenly (2–3 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with green onions and any desired toppings. Serve hot.
Notes
Substitute rice noodles for gluten-free option. For vegan, use tofu and mushroom-based oyster sauce. Great for weeknight dinners, and leftovers reheat beautifully!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg