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Yaki Udon with Shrimp Recipe

Yaki Udon with Shrimp Recipe

Chewy udon stir-fried with juicy shrimp, crisp veggies, and a savory-sweet soy glaze. A fast, satisfying weeknight noodle.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 14 oz thick udon noodles, fresh or vacuum-packed loosened in hot water if needed
  • 12 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1.5 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)
  • 0.75 cup yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cup green cabbage, shredded
  • 0.75 cup carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 0.5 cup scallions, thinly sliced divided
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1.5 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar optional
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper optional
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • 2 tbsp water as needed to loosen noodles
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  • Soak udon in hot water until loosened, 1–2 minutes. Drain well.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add half the oil. Sear shrimp with a pinch of salt until just pink. Remove.
  • Add remaining oil. Stir-fry onion and carrot until lightly softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add cabbage, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant and the cabbage wilts, 2–3 minutes.
  • Toss in the drained udon. Splash in water as needed to separate and heat through.
  • Return shrimp to the pan. Pour in the sauce and stir-fry until everything is glossy and coated, about 1 minute.
  • Drizzle with sesame oil. Fold in most of the scallions and the red pepper flakes if using. Serve topped with remaining scallions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Swap shrimp for sliced chicken or tofu. Add mushrooms or bell pepper for extra vegetables. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of water to revive the noodles.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Yaki Udon with Shrimp Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.