Sautéed Shiitake and Spinach Noodles with Toasted Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

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Quick stir-fried noodles tossed with earthy shiitake mushrooms, fresh spinach, and toasted sesame for an umami-rich vegetarian dish. This Asian-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs dried ramen noodles, sesame oil, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz dried ramen noodles
2 tbsp sesame oil
8 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
4 cups packed baby spinach
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
1/4 tsp, optional red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 8 oz dried ramen noodles and cook for 3 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until browned and fragrant. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Step 3: Add 4 cups packed baby spinach to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes until wilted. Toss in the cooked noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using, stirring gently to combine and heat through.
Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions on top before serving warm.