Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Ginger and Shiitake Mushrooms

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Thick udon noodles stir-fried with earthy shiitake mushrooms, fresh ginger, and a savory soy glaze for an easy Asian-inspired meal. This Japanese-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs dried udon noodles, vegetable oil, fresh ginger 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

Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

8 oz dried udon noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
6 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 stalks, sliced green onions
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

The wok we’d stir-fry this in → Best Woks for 2026: Carbon Steel, Nonstick & Flat-Bottom Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

Step 1: Cook 8 oz dried udon noodles in boiling salted water according to package instructions, about 8 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 6 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are softened and edges slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Add the cooked udon noodles to the wok along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately sprinkled with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for crunch.