Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Thick udon noodles quickly stir-fried with garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and a savory soy-ginger sauce for an easy Asian-inspired meal. This Japanese-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz (340 g) fresh udon noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
8 oz (225 g), sliced shiitake mushrooms
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
1 tsp sesame oil
2, sliced scallions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook 12 oz fresh udon noodles for 2-3 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender and edges begin to brown.
Step 4: Add the drained udon noodles to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss and stir-fry for 2 minutes until the noodles are heated through and coated in sauce.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the noodles before serving.