Yaki Udon with Shrimp

Yaki Udon with Shrimp

Author: Calvin Rourke Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER

Description

A delicious and satisfying dish featuring chewy udon noodles, tender shrimp, and fresh vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 pack (200g) udon noodles (preferably vacuum-packed)
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 8-10 shrimp (approx 100g)
  • 1 garlic (minced)
  • 1 yellow onion (sliced)
  • 8 white mushrooms (sliced, approx 120g)
  • 1 carrot (cut matchstick-style)
  • 1 spring onion (green & white separately chopped)
  • 1 tbsp regular soy sauce
  • Pinch salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (NOT regular one)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/3 tsp freshly crushed black pepper
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • Pinch salt
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Instructions

  1. 1. Boil the udon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain them and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with some oil and set aside.
  2. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Toast the minced garlic for 1 minute, then add the mushrooms. Cook on high heat, stirring until they are done.
  3. 3. Add the onions, white part of the spring onions, and carrots. Stir for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper, and take the veggies out of the pan.
  4. 4. In the same pan, add an additional 2 tablespoons of oil and fry the shrimp. Add soy sauce and a pinch of salt. Cook until the shrimp are no longer pink.
  5. 5. Add the udon noodles to the pan. Fry on high heat, stirring continuously to help the noodles crisp up slightly.
  6. 6. Pour the sauce over the noodles and stir everything together.
  7. 7. Toss the veggies back into the pan and mix well.
  8. 8. Turn off the heat and sprinkle with spring onion.
  9. 9. Serve on a plate and enjoy!