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Yaki Udon with Shrimp Recipe

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This quick and flavorful Yaki Udon with Shrimp recipe features tender udon noodles stir-fried with succulent shrimp and a medley of fresh vegetables, tossed in a savory sauce made with soy and oyster sauces. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Japanese-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and umami flavors—ideal for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Noodles and Oil

  • 1 pack (200g) udon noodles (preferably vacuum-packed)
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil

Shrimp

  • 8–10 shrimp (approx 100g)

Vegetables

  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 yellow onion (sliced)
  • 8 white mushrooms (sliced, approx 120g)
  • 1 carrot (cut matchstick-style)
  • 1 spring onion (green & white parts separated and chopped)

Sauces and Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp regular soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (NOT regular soy sauce)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • pinch salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 1/3 tsp freshly crushed black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the noodles: Boil the udon noodles following the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process. Drizzle with a little neutral oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
  2. Cook the vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a pan over high heat. Toast the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and stir-fry until they are cooked through. Then add the sliced onions, white parts of the spring onions, and matchstick-cut carrots. Stir everything together for 2-3 minutes, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.
  3. Cook the shrimp: In the same pan, add an additional 2 tablespoons of neutral oil. Add the shrimp and sauté with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and a pinch of salt. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.
  4. Fry the noodles: Add the prepared udon noodles to the same pan with the shrimp. Fry on high heat, stirring continuously to let the noodles crisp up slightly and cook evenly.
  5. Add the sauce: Pour the combined sauce made from oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and freshly crushed black pepper over the noodles and shrimp. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
  6. Toss in cooked vegetables: Add the cooked vegetables back into the pan and toss everything together to mix all the flavors thoroughly.
  7. Finish and garnish: Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped green parts of the spring onion over the top.
  8. Serve: Transfer the yaki udon with shrimp to a plate and serve immediately while hot and flavorful.

Notes

  • Use vacuum-packed udon noodles for best texture and ease of cooking.
  • Adjust soy sauce and oyster sauce quantities based on your preferred saltiness and umami intensity.
  • For added heat, consider adding a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of sriracha.
  • If shrimp is not preferred, substitute with chicken, tofu, or vegetables for a vegetarian version.
  • Make sure to stir-fry on high heat to achieve a slight crispiness and smoky flavor in the noodles.

Keywords: Yaki Udon, Shrimp, Japanese Stir-fry, Udon Noodles, Quick Dinner, Seafood Noodles

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