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Yaki Udon with Shrimp (Japanese Stir Fried Noodles)

Satisfy Your Cravings: Yaki Udon with Shrimp Recipe

Enjoy this quick Yaki Udon with Shrimp recipe that combines tender noodles, succulent shrimp, and rich flavors for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 400 grams Udon Noodles preferably vacuum-packed
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil can substitute with vegetable or canola oil
For the Stir-Fry
  • 300 grams Shrimp fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced fresh
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion can substitute with red onion
  • 200 grams White Mushrooms substitute with shiitake or button if needed
  • 1 medium Carrot cut matchstick-style
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion use both green and white parts
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Regular) use low-sodium for a lighter dish
  • to taste Salt and Pepper adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce omit for vegetarian version
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce not interchangeable with regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar can use apple cider vinegar as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • to taste Freshly Crushed Black Pepper adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil use regular sesame oil if unavailable
  • to taste Salt don't skip this step!

Equipment

  • large pan or wok

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Yaki Udon with Shrimp
  1. Boil the udon noodles according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then drizzle with neutral oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender. Stir in sliced onions and carrots, season with salt and pepper, and remove from pan once slightly softened.
  3. In the same pan over high heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Toss in the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drizzle in a bit of soy sauce and a pinch of salt.
  4. Add the prepared udon noodles directly to the shrimp and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb flavors and become slightly crisp.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the noodles and shrimp, tossing to combine. Add the cooked vegetables back into the pan and mix thoroughly for 2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or soy sauce.

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