Sautéed Soba Noodles with Shiitake and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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A simple and flavorful Japanese-inspired noodle dish featuring earthy shiitake mushrooms and fresh scallions tossed in a savory soy sauce glaze. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs dried soba noodles, shiitake mushrooms, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz dried soba noodles
6 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
3, thinly sliced scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 8 oz dried soba noodles. Cook according to package instructions for 5-6 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender and edges start to brown.
Step 3: Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the drained soba noodles to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 3 thinly sliced scallions. Toss well and sauté for another 2 minutes until everything is heated through and coated.
Step 5: Remove from heat, season with black pepper to taste, and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.