Yaki Udon with Shrimp (Print-Friendly Version)
Try savory yaki udon with shrimp, tender noodles, and veggies all stir-fried in a rich umami sauce.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pack (7 ounces) udon noodles, preferably vacuum-packed
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2 tablespoons neutral oil, divided
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8 to 10 shrimp (about 3.5 ounces), peeled and deveined
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 yellow onion, sliced
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8 white mushrooms (about 4.25 ounces), sliced
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1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
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1 spring onion, green and white parts separated and chopped
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1 tablespoon regular soy sauce
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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1/3 teaspoon freshly crushed black pepper
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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Pinch salt
# How to Make It:
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Boil the udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water, drizzle lightly with oil, and set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then add sliced mushrooms. Stir-fry until cooked. Add sliced onion, the white parts of spring onion, and carrot. Stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the same pan. Add shrimp and stir-fry. Drizzle in soy sauce and season with a pinch of salt. Cook until shrimp turn opaque and pink.
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Add drained udon noodles to the pan with shrimp. Fry on high heat, stirring constantly, so noodles crisp slightly on the edges.
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Pour prepared sauce over the noodles. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly.
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Return sautéed vegetables to the pan. Toss everything together until combined and heated through. Remove from heat and sprinkle with the green parts of spring onion.
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Plate the yaki udon while hot and serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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For best texture, use vacuum-packed udon noodles and avoid overcooking. Prepare all ingredients before starting, as stir-frying is a quick process.