Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Shiitake and Sesame Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Thick udon noodles stir-fried with shiitake mushrooms and scallions in a savory sesame and soy glaze. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, scallions 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 fresh udon noodles
8 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
4, sliced scallions
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp minced ginger
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
1/4 cup water

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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 until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are tender and edges start to brown.
Step 4: Stir in the drained noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), and 1/4 cup water. Toss constantly and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the noodles evenly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and toss in 4 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.