Stir-Fried Soba Noodles with Shiitake and Scallion

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

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A quick stir-fry combining nutty buckwheat soba noodles with earthy shiitake mushrooms and fresh scallions, finished with a savory soy-ginger glaze. This Japanese-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs 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 4, 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 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz soba noodles
6 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
4 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to boil and add 8 oz soba noodles. Cook for 5 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 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 6 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender and edges begin to brown.
Step 4: Add the drained soba noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 4 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for brightness and crunch before serving.