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Yaki Udon with Shrimp

Delicious Yaki Udon with Shrimp Ready in 20 Minutes

Quick and satisfying Yaki Udon with Shrimp, ready in just 20 minutes, makes for a nutritious and versatile dinner option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Udon Noodles vacuum-packed is best
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil substitute with vegetable or canola oil
  • 150 grams Shrimp can swap for chicken or tofu
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced is best
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion shallots also work
  • 100 grams White Mushrooms shiitake is a good alternative
  • 1 medium Carrot bell peppers can be used
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce mushroom sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce regular soy sauce can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar white vinegar as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar can use honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil regular sesame oil is fine
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Spring Onion green onions can serve as a substitute

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Yaki Udon with Shrimp
  1. Boil a pot of water and cook the udon noodles according to package instructions, usually about 3–4 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Toss with a splash of neutral oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add sliced white mushrooms and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add sliced yellow onion and julienned carrot, stir-frying for 2–3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove from the pan.
  4. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of oil and increase heat. Add the shrimp; cook for 3–4 minutes until opaque and pink, seasoning with soy sauce and salt.
  5. Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly crisp.
  6. Pour in the sauce mixture and toss the noodles to coat evenly. Add back the sautéed vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
  7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped spring onions. Serve hot in bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and monitor cooking times carefully to avoid overcooking shrimp.

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