Quick Yaki Udon (Stir-Fried Udon Noodles)

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Quick Yaki Udon (Stir-Fried Udon Noodles)

Yaki Udon is a quick and easy Japanese stir-fried udon noodles with savory sauce, and your choice of protein and veggies. Ready in just 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

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Yaki Udon Sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp dark soy sauce or replace with soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sweet rice wine (mirim)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Udon stir-fry

  • 2 pkg (200 g each) udon noodles frozen
  • 2 tbsp oil divided
  • 8 oz (225 g) minced pork see note below
  • 4 cup (960 ml) chopped green cabbage
  • 1 small carrot thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 green onion sliced
  • 4 tbsp bonito flakes to garnish optional
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Instructions

  1. To make the yaki udon sauce, mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  2. To prepare the noodles, place the frozen noodles in hot water and soak them for 1-2 minutes until they become loose. Use chopsticks or kitchen tongs to gently separate the noodles, being careful not to break them. Drain the noodles in a colander and set them aside until you're ready to use them in your dish.
  3. Heat one tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add ground pork or your preferred protein and stir-fry until browned and crisp. Transfer the cooked pork to a plate and set it aside.
  4. Heat the remaining oil in the wok or large skillet. Add the cabbage and carrot and stir-fry until they soften, which takes around 2-3 minutes. Then, add the green onion and garlic, and continue to stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Next, add the noodles, pork, and the yaki udon sauce. Toss everything well to ensure that it is evenly coated with the sauce. If desired, garnish the dish with bonito flakes before serving. Enjoy your delicious yaki udon!

Notes

  • Udon noodles: I recommend using frozen Sanuki udon noodles. You can find in the freezer section at most Asian grocery stores. The noodles usually precooked, so you will just need to soak them in hot water to defrost before adding to stir-fry.
  • Protein: You can use any of your preferred protein including thinly sliced beef, pork, chicken, or shrimp. I chose to use ground pork for this recipe. Pork belly slices are another common protein used in Yaki Udon. If you want this noodles to be vegetarian or vegan, replace with plant-based protein, tofu, mushroom or other types of your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 651kcal (33%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 46g (71%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Monounsaturated Fat 22g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 1270mg (53%) Potassium 1349mg (39%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 5866IU (117%) Vitamin C 181mg (201%) Calcium 243mg (24%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 651 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 651kcal 33%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 46g 71%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Monounsaturated Fat 22g 110%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 1270mg 53%
Potassium 1349mg 29%
Fiber 14g 56%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 5866IU 117%
Vitamin C 181mg 201%
Calcium 243mg 24%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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