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    Category Home » Asian » Udon Noodle Stir Fry

    Udon Noodle Stir Fry

    Published: Jan 3, 2020 · Modified: Aug 30, 2020 by Leigh Anderson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Udon Noodle Stir Fry
    Udon Noodle Stir Fry

    This better than take out udon noodle stir fry is packed with mushrooms, broccoli, and a sweet and savory soy and sesame sauce. No need to order in when you’ve got this recipe in your back pocket!

    Udon noodle stir fry in a white bowl with mushrooms and broccolini

    This is one of those meals you can ideally make without a trip to the grocery store. I keep frozen udon noodles in my fridge at all times. They cook in under a minute and as long, as you’ve got some veggies and soy sauce you can have a satisfying bowl of noodles in under 30 minutes. It’s easily adaptable too, add in chicken, tofu, shrimp, or beef for extra protein!

    Udon noodles are a thick and chewy Japanese noodle perfect for soups and stir-fries. I used to always buy them at my local Korean and Japanese grocery stores but lately, I’ve been seeing them more and more at regular supermarkets. They are sold either fresh in the refrigerated aisle (usually near the tofu and kimchi) or frozen.

    You may also want to check out: Five-Ingredient Spicy Pork and Peanut Noodles

    Udon Noodle Stir Fry Step by Step

    Step 1. Prep the broccoli and noodles

    Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Drop the broccolini in the water and cook for 1 minute until bright green and tender, drain and run under cool water to stop the cooking process. Refill the pot, bring to a boil and cook the noodles according to the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.

    Step 2. Make the Sauce

    In a small bowl whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce then set aside.

    Step 3. Stir Fry

    Heat a large saute pan or wok over medium heat. Add a splash of neutral oil to the pan, then add the garlic and mushrooms. Saute until the mushrooms are golden brown and the garlic is fragrant then add the broccolini and noodles. Saute another 2 minutes then pour in the sauce, tossing and stirring constantly until all the noodles and vegetables are well coated.

    a collage of udon noodle stir fry recipe steps

    FAQS + Expert Tips

    What are udon noodles?

    Udon noodles are a thick chewy Japanese noodle made of wheat flour and water. They are not gluten-free but they are vegan.

    Where can I buy udon noodles?

    Udon noodles are typically sold either fresh or frozen. Some supermarkets carry them but your best bet is to head to your local Asian market.

    What can I substitute for udon noodles?

    If you can’t find udon noodles thick rice noodles, the kind you use for pad Thai can be substituted.

    close up shot of udon noodle stir fry in a white bowl

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    I love to hear from readers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. If you make this recipe be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! Don’t forget to follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates!

    Udon Noodle Stir Fry in a white bowl

    Udon Noodle Stir Fry

    This better than take out udon noodle stir fry is packed with mushrooms, broccoli, and a sweet and savory soy and sesame sauce
    4.70 from 26 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 434kcal
    Author: Leigh Anderson

    Ingredients

    • 1 tbsp neutral oil like avocado or grapeseed
    • 1 small bunch broccolini or Chinese broccoli
    • 1 heaping cup sliced shitake mushrooms
    • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 2 packs fresh or frozen udon noodles
    • 1 Thai or Serrano thinly sliced for serving

    Sauce

    • ¼ c soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp sugar
    • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 2 tsp fish sauce
    • juice from one lime

    Instructions

    • Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Drop the broccolini in the water and cook for 1 minute until bright green and tender, drain and run under cool water to stop the cooking process. Refill the pot, bring to a boil and cook the noodles according to the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
    • In a small bowl whisk together all of the ingredients for the sauce then set aside.
    • Heat a large saute pan or wok over medium heat. Add a splash of neutral oil to the pan, then add the garlic and mushrooms. Saute until the mushrooms are golden brown and the garlic is fragrant then add the broccolini and noodles. Saute another 2 minutes then pour in the sauce, tossing and stirring constantly until all the noodles and vegetables are well coated.
    • Divide the noodles between bowls, serve with sliced chili and lime wedges.

    Notes

    What are udon noodles?
    Udon noodles are a thick chewy Japanese noodle made of wheat flour and water. They are not gluten-free but they are vegan.
    Where can I buy udon noodles?
    Udon noodles are typically sold either fresh or frozen. Some supermarkets carry them but your best bet is to head to your local Asian market.
    What can I substitute for udon noodles?
    If you can’t find udon noodles thick rice noodles, the kind you use for pad Thai can be substituted.
    Udon noodle stir fry will stay fresh for up to three days in the refrigerator. To reheat either microwave or on the stovetop in a saute pan over medium-low heat. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3162mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Stanley

      September 06, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! My “go to” for udon stir fry. The refrigerated udon noodles I buy say just to dump them in a stir fry but I find boiling them a little then draining helps to separate them.

      Reply
    2. Veronica

      December 14, 2020 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      Made this today and it’s so delicious! Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Anonymous

      November 01, 2020 at 6:36 pm

      5 stars
      I made this twice last week! So good, thank you!

      Reply
    4. Carrie

      September 08, 2020 at 11:27 am

      What can I substitute for the fish sauce as I am a vegetarian?

      Reply
      • Leigh Hyatt Anderson

        September 08, 2020 at 5:58 pm

        Hi Carrie! You can just omit the fish sauce.

        Reply
    5. Ann

      August 30, 2020 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      Husband and kids all loved this, and that’s rare!
      Made it with leftover chicken. Our new weekend go-to. Thanks!

      Reply
    6. Katie Sieracki

      January 19, 2020 at 12:58 pm

      5 stars
      So good! Such great flavor with such simple ingredients.

      Reply

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