Pan-Fried Udon Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Sesame Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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Chewy udon noodles stir-fried with earthy shiitake mushrooms and tossed in a savory sesame soy glaze for an easy Asian-inspired dish. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh udon noodles
8 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
2, thinly sliced green onions
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz fresh udon noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and tender.
Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Add the drained udon noodles to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 minutes to combine and warm through.
Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar until sugar dissolves.
Step 7: Pour the sauce over the noodles and mushrooms, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 8: Remove from heat and stir in 2 thinly sliced green onions, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Serve immediately.