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A close-up, top-down view of a savory bowl of Yaki Udon, showcasing the chewy udon noodles and rich stir-fry sauce.

Yaki Udon: The Ultimate Recipe for Perfect Stir-Fried Noodles

Whip up this quick and easy Yaki Udon recipe in under 30 minutes! Featuring thick, chewy noodles in a savory, sweet, and umami-rich sauce, it's the perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

Yaki Udon Sauce
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Stir-Fry
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs thinly sliced (or protein of choice)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 oz shiitake mushrooms sliced
  • 1 large carrot julienned
  • 4 leaves bok choy roughly chopped
  • 20 oz frozen udon noodles prepared according to package
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 1 Large Pot For cooking noodles

Instructions
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Cook the udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms and julienned carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the chopped bok choy and cook for another minute until just wilted.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the cooked udon noodles. Pour the prepared sauce over everything. Toss gently to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and well-coated. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overcrowd the pan! Cook in batches if necessary to ensure everything gets a nice sear instead of steaming.
Tip 2: Frozen udon noodles often provide the best texture. Simply boil them for 1-2 minutes directly from frozen.
Tip 3: Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking, as the stir-frying process is very fast.
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