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Yaki Udon

Irresistible Yaki Udon: Quick, Flavor-Packed Comfort Dish

Enjoy a quick and satisfying Yaki Udon, filled with chewy noodles, colorful vegetables, and your choice of protein, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Udon
  • 12 oz Udon Noodles fresh, frozen, or instant
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Chicken or shrimp/tofu
  • 1 lb Shrimp raw, peeled
  • 14 oz Tofu firm or extra-firm
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bok Choy or kale/spinach
  • 1 cup Mushrooms shiitake or button
  • 1 cup Snow Peas or green beans/bell peppers
  • 2 cups Cabbage napa or savoy
For the Sauce
  • 2-3 tbsp Soy Sauce low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil or vegetable oil
For Enhancing Flavor
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 4 stalks Green Onions sliced

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Yaki Udon
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp of sesame oil over medium-high until shimmering.
  3. Add minced garlic to the oil and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Cook your choice of protein in the skillet (chicken: 4-5 min, shrimp: 2-3 min, tofu: 4-5 min).
  5. Add chopped vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  6. Incorporate the drained udon noodles and 2-3 tbsp of soy sauce. Toss and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the udon noodles; aim for al dente texture. Customize vegetables and adjust sauce to taste for ideal flavor.

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