Description
This easy Yaki Udon recipe combines tender udon noodles, sautéed shiitake mushrooms, and crisp bok choy, all coated in a savory stir-fry sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual lunch. Enjoy the balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors with this must-try Japanese stir-fry.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
Stir Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 scallions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 3 cups chopped baby bok choy
- 500 g udon noodles, cooked according to package directions
Stir Fry Sauce:
- 2 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce (or regular if not vegetarian)
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin (or 1 tbsp dry sherry or 1 tsp rice vinegar)
- 1 tbsp honey or agave
- 1 tsp sriracha
Instructions
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix all stir-fry sauce ingredients together and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped scallions and garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shiitake mushrooms and bok choy to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add the cooked udon noodles and pour in the stir-fry sauce. Mix well to coat the noodles evenly, then let the noodles cook undisturbed for 30 seconds to brown slightly.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding tofu, tempeh, or a fried egg on top.
- Swap bok choy with spinach or kale, and add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or zucchini.
- Adjust the spiciness by modifying the amount of sriracha to suit your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Japanese
