Delicious Yaki Udon: Quick Comfort Food You’ll Love

Experience the comforting flavors of Yaki Udon, featuring thick stir-fried noodles with crisp vegetables and your choice of protein.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

1 pack Udon Noodles Fresh or frozen for best texture

For the Protein

1 cup Chicken Cooked through
1 cup Shrimp Cook quickly
1 cup Tofu Marinate beforehand for flavor

For the Vegetables

1 cup Snow Peas Sauté until tender-crisp
1 cup Bok Choy Cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup Cabbage Choose vibrant varieties
1 cup Mushrooms Shiitake or button mushrooms

For the Sauce

3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium for healthier option
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Vegetable oil can substitute

For Flavoring

2 cloves Garlic Minced or sliced
1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh preferred

Equipment

Wok
Sturdy skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep all ingredients for Yaki Udon by cooking udon noodles according to package instructions.
Heat sesame oil in a large wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant.
Add protein (chicken, shrimp, or tofu) to the wok. Stir-fry until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Toss in vegetables (snow peas, bok choy, cabbage) and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Combine cooked udon noodles with the mixture and add soy sauce. Stir gently and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chop all vegetables and protein ahead of time for a streamlined cooking process.

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