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Irresistible Yaki Udon Noodle Recipe

This recipe offers a quick and satisfying way to make delicious Yaki Udon noodles at home. It's perfect for a weeknight meal, combining chewy udon noodles with stir-fried vegetables and savory ground meat in a flavorful sauce.
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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 non-alcoholic substitute
  • 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

  • Small bowl
  • Pot
  • Pan

Method
 

  1. Make the sauce: Mix all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Cook the udon noodles: Remove udon noodles from their package. Add them to a pot of boiling water. If using frozen udon, add them directly. Stir gently until separated and pliable, about 1-2 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  3. Rinse and drain the noodles under cold water. If not using immediately, add a little oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Stir fry: Heat a pan over high heat and add the oil. Add the ground meat and stir fry until almost cooked. Add the vegetables and stir fry until the meat is fully cooked and vegetables are tender. Add the noodles, sauce, and scallions. Stir fry for about 3 minutes, or until everything is well combined. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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