Sautéed Shiitake Mushroom and Garlic Udon Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

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Thick udon noodles tossed with sautéed shiitake mushrooms and garlic in a savory soy-ginger sauce for a quick and satisfying meal. This Japanese-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh udon noodles
8 oz, stems removed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, finely minced ginger
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2, thinly sliced green onions
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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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 tender but still chewy. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and tender.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Add the drained udon noodles and toss gently to coat noodles evenly with sauce.
Step 5: Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring frequently, until noodles are heated through and sauce slightly thickens.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.