Yaki Udon with Mushrooms

Yaki Udon with Mushrooms is a delightful vegetarian Japanese stir-fried noodle dish, featuring chewy udon noodles tossed with a medley of earthy mushrooms and vibrant vegetables. This dish is both satisfying and packed with umami flavor, making it a perfect meal for any time of day.

Yaki Udon with Mushrooms
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Udon noodles - 200 grams
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Mirin - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
  • Button mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
  • Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
  • Bell pepper - 1/2 medium, sliced
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

  1. Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a large frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced shiitake and button mushrooms to the pan, cooking for 5 minutes until they are tender.
  5. Stir in the julienned carrot and sliced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
  6. Add the cooked udon noodles to the pan, followed by the soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil, tossing everything together to combine well.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the noodles are heated through and well coated with the sauce.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 70 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
  • Contains antioxidants from mushrooms and vegetables, supporting overall health.

Tags

JapaneseVegetarianPasta Dish