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Yaki Udon

Delicious Yaki Udon: Quick Vegan Twist for Weeknight Dinners

Quick vegan Yaki Udon packed with crisp vegetables and hearty tofu for delicious weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Udon noodles instant fresh or frozen Sanuki udon preferred
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce adjust based on taste
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar optional but recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar adjust based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce can substitute with another stir-fry sauce
For the Protein
  • 200 grams Extra firm tofu pressed and sliced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 White onion sliced
  • 50 grams Dried shiitake mushrooms rehydrated
  • 1 medium Carrot sliced thinly
  • 1 Bell pepper any color, sliced
  • 100 grams Cabbage chopped
For Seasoning
  • 1 dash Ground black pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped scallions
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Shichimi Togarashi optional

Equipment

  • large pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in boiling water for 15 minutes until rehydrated. Squeeze out excess moisture and slice.
  2. Heat oil in a large pan. Add sliced tofu and pan-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Season lightly with salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, sugar, and mushroom oyster sauce until combined.
  4. Soak udon noodles in hot water for 5 minutes or microwave frozen udon for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain.
  5. In the same pan, add more oil and sauté sliced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add carrots, bell pepper, and shiitake mushrooms, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Mix in chopped cabbage and scallions, stir-frying for 2 more minutes to soften veggies and develop color.
  7. Combine udon noodles with sautéed vegetables and pour sauce over. Toss for 2-3 minutes until well mixed and glossy.
  8. Serve hot garnished with sesame seeds and Shichimi Togarashi. Enjoy your Yaki Udon!

Notes

Best served fresh. Adjust seasoning for personal taste. Can be enjoyed with miso soup or a salad.