Stir-Fried Udon Noodles with Spicy Garlic and Shiitake Mushrooms

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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Chewy udon noodles tossed with earthy shiitake mushrooms and crisp vegetables in a bold, garlicky chili sauce for a quick and satisfying Asian stir-fry. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh udon noodles, sesame oil, garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh udon noodles
2 tbsp sesame oil
5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
8 oz, stems removed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
1 medium, julienned red bell pepper
3 stalks, sliced green onions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
to taste black pepper

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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 just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and 1 julienned red bell pepper; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are tender and bell pepper is crisp-tender.
Step 4: Add drained noodles to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp mirin. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until noodles are coated and heated through.
Step 5: Stir in 3 sliced green onions and season with black pepper to taste.
Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the top before serving.