Go ahead and slurp those noodles. You know you want to.
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This 15-Minute Japanese Yaki Udon Will Change Your LIFE
The Spruce Eats / Photographer: Jenn Causey Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Props Stylist: Christine Keely
This quick and easy udon noodle stir fry is loaded with juicy shredded chicken and crispy tender vegetables all coated in a rich savory sauce. Did you know that the term “yaki” can be translated as “grilled” or “fried” which is the cooking technique used for this dish? It’s a fittingly simple name for a delicious meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. I have this in my regular recipe rotation because it’s so easy and versatile.
Yaki udon is a popular Japanese dish made with thick wheat noodles not to be confused with yakisoba or lo mein. Although all three are stir-fried noodle dishes the main differences lie in the type of noodles used. Udon is characterized by thicker wheat noodles while soba features thinner noodles made from buckwheat flour. Lo mein is a Chinese dish consisting of egg noodles. Yaki udon is seasoned and stir-fried with a variety of ingredients including meat (often pork beef or chicken) seafood (such as shrimp or squid) vegetables (such as cabbage carrots onions peppers and mushrooms) and sometimes tofu.
