Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Ginger Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-23 · Updated 2026-07-23

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 drafted and published.

Chewy udon noodles stir-fried with earthy shiitake mushrooms and fresh ginger in a savory soy-based sauce, perfect for a quick Asian-inspired meal. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, vegetable oil 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

12 oz fresh udon noodles
1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
2 sliced scallions
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Woks that get real sear at home → 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: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz fresh udon noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender but chewy. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and browned.
Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the pan, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Toss in the drained udon noodles and pour 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp mirin over the top. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated in sauce.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp sesame oil. Garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.