Soba Noodles Stir-Fried with Shiitake and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

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Earthy shiitake mushrooms and tender soba noodles stir-fried with sesame oil and soy sauce for a satisfying Asian-inspired dish. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs dried soba noodles, sesame oil, fresh shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz dried soba noodles
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
3 cloves minced garlic cloves
3 stems sliced scallions
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp freshly ground 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 for 5 minutes until just tender but still firm, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they release moisture and start to brown.
Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the drained soba noodles and 3 sliced scallions to the wok. Pour in 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce and toss everything together with tongs, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are heated through and evenly coated.
Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving hot.