Stir-Fried Soba Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Earthy shiitake mushrooms and aromatic ginger come together in a quick stir-fry with nutty soba noodles for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs dried soba noodles, fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced, fresh ginger, grated 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 dried soba noodles
1 1/2 cups fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
4 cups water

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add 8 oz dried soba noodles and cook for 6 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 2 tbsp sesame 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 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are tender and edges begin to brown.
Step 4: Toss in the cooked soba noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and warmed through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.