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Yaki Udon with Shrimp

Quick and Savory Yaki Udon with Shrimp for Comfort Food Cravings

Yaki Udon with Shrimp is a quick, delicious stir-fry featuring thick udon noodles, juicy shrimp, and fresh vegetables, perfect for comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 oz Udon Noodles Best texture from vacuum-packed varieties.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tbsp Neutral Oil Can be substituted with vegetable or canola oil.
  • 1 lb Shrimp The star protein; can substitute with chicken or tofu.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is ideal but garlic powder works.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 8 oz White Mushrooms Can substitute with other mushrooms or omit.
  • 1 medium Carrot Can use zucchini or bell peppers as alternatives.
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion Chopped for garnish; chives can be substituted.
For the Sauces
  • 4 tbsp Soy Sauce Use low-sodium options if desired.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1 tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper Adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce Use mushroom sauce for vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Can substitute with regular soy sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can work as a replacement.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar White sugar is a fine substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Add as finishing touch; do not use for cooking.

Equipment

  • large non-stick pan or wok

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Udon Noodles: Boil the udon noodles according to package instructions, about 5-7 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a pan. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, then add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Onions and Carrots: Incorporate yellow onions and julienned carrots; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add cooked udon noodles to the pan with the shrimp, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, then pour in the sauce.
  6. Fold in Cooked Vegetables: Gently fold in the sautéed vegetables and stir for another 1-2 minutes, then garnish with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let noodles rest in the pan for crispy bits. Customize by swapping shrimp for chicken or tofu, adjusting cooking times accordingly.

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