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Yaki Udon

Deliciously Easy Yaki Udon: A Flavorful Homemade Delight

Yaki Udon is a delicious stir-fry dish made with udon noodles, savory sauces, and customizable proteins for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 14 ounces udon noodles thick noodles that absorb flavors
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 cup vegetables e.g., snow peas, bok choy, cabbage, or mushrooms
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil neutral oil like vegetable or canola
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
For the Sauces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce for saltiness and umami
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce adds depth and sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon mirin sweet rice wine
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for nutty aroma
For the Protein
  • protein options chicken, shrimp, or tofu

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add udon noodles and cook for 5-8 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  3. Sauté minced garlic and ginger in the oil for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add protein and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring until browned and cooked through.
  5. Toss in vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.
  6. Add cooked noodles and gently toss everything together for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Drizzle in soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, and sesame oil, tossing for another 2-3 minutes until well-coated.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds, scallions, or chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Prep ingredients beforehand for smooth cooking. Maintain medium-high heat to prevent soggy noodles. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

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