Description
Yaki Udon with Shrimp is a delectable stir-fry that brings the authentic flavors of Japan to your dinner table in just 20 minutes. This quick and easy recipe features tender udon noodles, succulent shrimp, and a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, all coated in a savory sauce that packs an umami punch. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, Yaki Udon is highly customizable—feel free to swap shrimp for chicken or tofu based on your dietary preferences. With its hearty yet healthy ingredients, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g udon noodles
- 100g shrimp (8–10 pieces)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 yellow onion (sliced)
- 120g white mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 carrot (matchstick-cut)
- 1 spring onion (chopped, green & white parts separated)
Instructions
- Boil udon noodles according to package instructions; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a pan, heat oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until soft.
- Stir in onions and carrots; season with salt and pepper, cooking for about 3 minutes.
- In the same pan, add more oil and cook shrimp with soy sauce until they turn pink.
- Toss in the boiled udon noodles, stirring on high heat until slightly crispy.
- Pour in your prepared sauce mix and combine well.
- Gently fold in cooked vegetables before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg