Quick and Delicious Udon Stir Fry Recipe

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

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   • Mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and rice wine vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.