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Shrimp Yaki Udon

Savory Shrimp Yaki Udon: Quick & Healthy Stir-Fry Delight

Enjoy this quick and healthy Shrimp Yaki Udon, a delightful Japanese-inspired stir-fry packed with flavor and vibrant vegetables.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 8 ounces Fresh Udon Noodles Dried udon noodles can also be used.
For the Proteins
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp Swap for chicken, beef, pork, or tofu if desired.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Vegetable, grapeseed, or avocado. Sesame oil adds flavor.
  • 1/2 pieces Onion Sliced; use yellow, sweet, or red onions.
  • 2 pieces Carrots Cut on the bias.
  • 1 pieces Zucchini Cut on the bias.
  • 1 small head Broccoli Chopped; substitute with snap peas or green beans.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Sliced; shiitake or button mushrooms recommended.
  • 1 pieces Jalapeño Sliced thin; omit or swap if milder flavor is preferred.
  • 2 pieces Scallions Sliced thick; chives can be a substitute.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium options available.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin Honey or sugar can substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sake or Dry Sherry Optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Unseasoned; use white vinegar if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar White sugar can be a substitute.
  • 1-2 inches Ginger Minced or grated, essential for flavor.
  • 4-8 cloves Garlic Minced; consider roasted garlic for milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Wok or stainless steel pan

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together half of the soy sauce, water, oil, mirin, sake, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until combined. Add the raw shrimp, ensuring they are coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. While the shrimp is marinating, slice the onion, carrots, zucchini, and jalapeño, and chop the broccoli and mushrooms to prepare them for stir-frying.
  3. Heat a wok or stainless steel pan over medium-high heat. Add a splash of neutral oil, then carefully add the marinated shrimp. Stir-fry for approximately 2 minutes until they turn opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the sliced onions until golden, about 1-2 minutes. Add the carrots, zucchini, and broccoli, stir-frying for another 1-2 minutes. Add mushrooms and scallions, continuing to stir-fry until crisp-tender.
  5. Add the fresh udon noodles and reserved marinade to the pan. Stir-fry everything together for about 3 minutes until heated through and coated in sauce. Return cooked shrimp to the pan and mix well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh udon noodles is recommended for the best texture. Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for efficiency.

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