Udon Stir Fry Recipe
This simple and versatile udon stir fry combines tender noodles, fresh vegetables, and your choice of protein in a rich, flavourful sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it's adaptable to whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
- 400g Udon Noodles (frozen or pre-cooked)
- 100g Mushrooms (shiitake, button, or any variety)
- 2 Spring Onions, finely sliced
- 200g Cabbage or Bok Choy (optional)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 250g Protein (Beef, Chicken, Turkey, Pork, Shrimp, or Tofu)
For the Sauce:
- 3 Tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Oyster Sauce (or Worcestershire Sauce as an alternative)
- 1 Tbsp Mirin
- 2 Tsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tsp Rice Wine Vinegar
Instructions
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Prepare the Sauce:
- Mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and rice wine vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
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Cook the Noodles:
- Bring a pot of water to boil and cook the udon noodles for 2 minutes, stirring gently with chopsticks to separate them.
- Drain the noodles, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
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Stir Fry the Protein and Vegetables:
- Heat a large frying pan or wok over high heat and add the sesame oil.
- Add your protein of choice and stir fry for 2 minutes until slightly browned.
- Toss in the mushrooms, spring onions, and cabbage or bok choy (if using), and stir fry for another 2–3 minutes.
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Combine Everything:
- Add the noodles and prepared sauce to the pan. Stir everything together gently to coat the noodles and vegetables evenly.
- Continue cooking for 3–5 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has slightly thickened.
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Serve:
- Plate the stir fry and garnish with additional spring onions or sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of chilli flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Experiment with other veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for added colour and crunch.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and reheated for a quick lunch.
Enjoy this quick and satisfying udon stir fry, perfect for busy evenings or when you're craving a healthy and delicious meal.
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