Go Back
Plate of Yaki Udon noodles stir-fried with chicken, mushrooms, and vegetables, topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Yaki Udon Noodles

Yaki Udon Noodles are a savory, chewy Japanese stir-fried noodle dish made with thick udon noodles, crisp vegetables, and a rich, glossy sauce. It’s quick to cook, comforting, and tastes like restaurant-style takeout at home.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 packs fresh udon noodles
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup cabbage, shredded
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Slice all vegetables and prepare your protein if using.
  2. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
  3. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook protein until fully cooked and lightly browned, then remove and set aside.
  5. Stir-fry onion, carrot, cabbage, mushrooms, and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
  6. Add udon noodles and gently separate them in the pan.
  7. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables, then add cooked protein back in.
  8. Toss everything together and cook for 1–2 minutes until well coated and glossy.
  9. Top with green onions and sesame seeds if desired, then serve hot.

Notes

  • Use high heat for the best stir-fry texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan so the noodles don’t steam.
  • If noodles stick together, add 1–2 tbsp water to loosen them gently.
  • Swap protein options easily (chicken, shrimp, beef, tofu, or egg).
  • Add chili flakes, sriracha, or chili oil for a spicy version.
  • Leftovers reheat best in a pan with a splash of water to refresh the noodles.