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Yaki Udon with Shrimp

Savory Yaki Udon with Shrimp in Under 20 Minutes

A delicious Yaki Udon with Shrimp, ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Udon Noodles Use vacuum-packed varieties for best texture.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Canola or vegetable oil recommended.
  • 300 grams Shrimp Can substitute with chicken or tofu.
For the Flavor Base
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Sliced.
  • 100 grams White Mushrooms Any preferred variety.
  • 1 medium Carrot Chopped.
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion Chopped.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjusted to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Or a substitute like mushroom sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce For richer color.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar Or honey/maple syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil For nutty flavor.

Equipment

  • large pan or wok
  • Pot for boiling noodles

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook udon noodles for 3-4 minutes, drain and rinse in cold water. Drizzle with neutral oil.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a large pan. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, add mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes, then add onions and carrots, cooking further while seasoning.
  3. Add remaining oil and shrimp to the pan. Season and cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove and set aside with vegetables.
  4. Return the pan to heat and add udon noodles, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add shrimp and vegetables back.
  5. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cook for 1-2 minutes until everything is heated.
  6. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with spring onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust flavors to your palate; feel free to use any vegetables available in your fridge.

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