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

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Chewy udon noodles tossed with earthy shiitake mushrooms and crisp vegetables in a savory sesame ginger sauce for a quick Asian-inspired stir fry. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs udon noodles, vegetable oil, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 8 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 1 small, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp toasted, for garnish sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp, optional red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook 8 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned carrot, 1 small sliced red bell pepper, and 3 sliced green onions to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add the cooked udon noodles to the pan and pour in a sauce made from 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss everything together and stir-fry for 2 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated in sauce.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using) over the top before serving.