Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Garlic Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Thick udon noodles tossed in a glossy garlic soy glaze with crisp vegetables for a quick and satisfying stir-fry. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 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 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: 10 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh udon noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 medium, julienned carrot
1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
1 tsp sesame oil
2, sliced scallions
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 12 oz fresh udon noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender, then 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 sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 1 julienned medium carrot and 1 thinly sliced medium red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the pan along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss continuously for 2 minutes until noodles are coated in a glossy glaze and heated through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced scallions. Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.