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Delicious Yaki Udon with Shrimp in 20 Minutes Flat! First Image

Udon Noodles with Shrimp


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Description

A delicious stir-fry featuring udon noodles, shrimp, and a variety of vegetables, perfect for a quick meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 package Udon Noodles (Use vacuum-packed for best texture.)
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil (Ideal for cooking.)
  • 300 grams Shrimp (Substitute with chicken or tofu if desired.)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced.)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (Can swap for red onion.)
  • 200 grams White Mushrooms (Or shiitake/cremini.)
  • 1 medium Carrot (Consider zucchini or bell peppers.)
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion (Use both green and white parts.)
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Tamari for gluten-free.)
  • to taste Salt and Pepper (Essential for seasoning.)
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce (Use plant-based for vegetarian.)
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce (Enhances color and richness.)
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar (White vinegar works as a substitute.)
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar (Can use honey or agave.)
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Crushed Black Pepper (Opt for white pepper for milder.)
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil (Use sparingly.)

Instructions

  1. Boil the udon noodles according to package instructions, drain, rinse, and toss with neutral oil.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a pan, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add white mushrooms and stir-fry until tender. Mix in onion and carrots, cook for 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  4. In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil, cook shrimp until pink (3-4 minutes), season with soy sauce and salt.
  5. Add reserved udon noodles to the pan, stir-fry for a few minutes, allowing noodles to crisp slightly.
  6. Pour in the sauce, mix everything together, add sautéed vegetables, and toss well. Serve hot with garnished spring onion.

Notes

  • This dish can be made vegetarian by substituting shrimp with tofu.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg