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Irresistible Yaki Udon Noodle Recipe

Discover how to make delicious Yaki Udon noodles at home. This recipe is quick, satisfying, and perfect for exploring Japanese flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 344
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Yaki Udon Noodle Sauce
  • 2.5 Tablespoons dark soy sauce or regular soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons oyster sauce or hoisin sauce, teriyaki sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon mirin or cooking wine, sake, soju, or stock with lemon juice/vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
For the Stir Fry
  • 2 packets udon noodles vacuum packed, about 13 oz total
  • 2.5 cups stir fry vegetables chopped, e.g., mushrooms, bok choy, onions
  • 2 stalks scallions cut 2 inches long
  • 0.5 lb ground meat beef, chicken, turkey, pork, or shrimp
  • 1 Tablespoon avocado oil

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Pan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients for the Yaki Udon Noodle Sauce: dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and rice wine vinegar. Set aside.
  2. Remove udon noodles from their package. Add them to a pot of boiling water. If using frozen udon, add them directly. Stir gently for 1-2 minutes until separated and pliable. Avoid overcooking.
  3. Rinse and drain the cooked udon noodles under cold water. If not using immediately, drizzle with a little oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Heat a pan over high heat and add the avocado oil. Add the ground meat and stir fry until almost cooked. Add the stir fry vegetables and continue to cook until the meat is fully cooked and the vegetables are soft.
  5. Add the prepared udon noodles, the sauce, and the scallions to the pan. Stir fry for about 3 minutes, or until everything is well combined. Add less sauce if you prefer a milder flavor. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 22gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 535mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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