Description
Udon Stir Fry (Yaki Udon) is a quick and flavorful Japanese noodle dish made with chewy udon noodles, crisp vegetables, and a savory homemade stir-fry sauce. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners and better than takeout.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces udon noodles
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse briefly with cold water to prevent sticking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add onion, carrots, cabbage, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cooked udon noodles to the skillet.
- Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables. Toss well until evenly coated and heated through.
- Stir in green onions.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
Frozen or fresh udon noodles provide the best chewy texture. To make this recipe vegetarian, use vegetarian oyster sauce or replace it with extra soy sauce and a splash of mushroom sauce. Add your favorite protein such as chicken, shrimp, beef, or tofu for a complete meal.
