Yaki Udon Stir Fry with Shiitake Mushrooms and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

Thick udon noodles stir-fried with earthy shiitake mushrooms, scallions, and a savory soy-based sauce for a comforting noodle dish. This Japanese-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, fresh or frozen udon noodles
• 1 cup, sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 3 stalks, sliced scallions
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp mirin
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced ginger
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: If using frozen udon noodles, blanch 12 oz in boiling water for 2 minutes until loosened, then drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until mushrooms are tender and starting to brown.
4. Step 4: Add the udon noodles to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 2 tsp sesame oil. Toss to combine and cook for 3 minutes until noodles are heated through and coated with sauce.
5. Step 5: Stir in 3 sliced scallions and cook for another minute until scallions are slightly softened.
6. Step 6: Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and optional 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes on top for a mild kick.