Yaki-Udon with Teriyaki Glazed Vegetables

Ingredients

• 250g (8.8 oz) udon noodles 250g (8.8 oz) udon noodles
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup shredded cabbage 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional garnish: sliced green onions and sesame seeds Optional garnish: sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 8g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 55g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant and slightly softened.
4. 4.
   Add the bell pepper, carrot, and cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
6. 6.
   Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the cooked udon noodles to the other side.
7. 7.
   Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the noodles and vegetables. Toss everything together until well coated.
8. 8.
   Continue stir-frying for an additional 2-3 minutes until the noodles are heated through and the flavors are well combined.
9. 9.
   Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
10. 10.
    Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Udon noodles — Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, but make sure not to overcook them as they should retain a chewy texture.
• Teriyaki sauce — If you prefer a sweeter teriyaki glaze, you can add an extra teaspoon of sugar to the sauce mixture.

Tips & Tricks

• For added protein, you can include tofu, chicken, or shrimp in the stir-fry.
• Feel free to customize the vegetable selection based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
• If you like a bit of heat, add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha sauce to the teriyaki glaze.
• To save time, you can prepare the teriyaki sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated the next day. Add a splash of water or soy sauce while reheating to prevent the noodles from drying out.

Serving advice

Yaki-Udon is best served hot as a main course. Divide the stir-fried noodles and vegetables into individual bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.

Presentation advice

To enhance the visual appeal of the dish, arrange the colorful stir-fried vegetables on top of the udon noodles. Drizzle a little extra teriyaki glaze over the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds for an attractive finishing touch.