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Yaki Udon with Shrimp in 20 Minutes

Yaki Udon with Shrimp in 20 Minutes: Your Quick Dinner Fix

Quickly prepare Yaki Udon with Shrimp in just 20 minutes for a comforting and nutritious dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Udon Base
  • 200 grams Udon Noodles Chewy noodles serve as the heart of the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Vegetable or canola oil can be used.
For the Protein
  • 250 grams Shrimp Peeled and deveined.
For the Aromatics
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 Yellow Onion Sliced.
For the Vegetables
  • 100 grams White Mushrooms Sliced.
  • 1 medium Carrot Cut into matchsticks.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Look for a plant-based version if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Dark Soy Sauce Optional, for extra richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Balances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Crushed Black Pepper Use for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil Nutty oil for flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the udon noodles and cook according to package instructions for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then drizzle with a bit of oil and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced white mushrooms to the skillet, stirring frequently. Cook on high heat for about 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly browned.
  4. Introduce sliced yellow onion and matchstick-cut carrot to the skillet. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Increase heat to high, then add peeled and deveined shrimp along with the soy sauce. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turns pink.
  6. Add the reserved udon noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together, stir-frying on high heat for about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Pour in the mixture of oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Toss to coat evenly, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Mix the cooked vegetables back into the yaki udon. Stir gently to combine and warm through for about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to customize the protein or vegetables based on preferences.

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