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Beef Yaki Udon (Stir Fried Udon Noodles)

Savory Beef Yaki Udon Stir Fried Noodles in 20 Minutes

Enjoy this quick Beef Yaki Udon recipe, perfect for a delightful dinner in no time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Feel free to substitute with ground chicken, turkey, or tofu.
  • 12 ounces Udon Noodles Can swap with rice or soba noodles.
  • 2 cups Pak Choi Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts Rinsed under cold water.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Consider tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce

Equipment

  • Large Pan
  • Wok
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Yaki Udon
  1. Prepare your fresh ingredients: chop pak choi, mince garlic, and rinse bean sprouts.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
  3. Boil water and cook udon noodles for 3-4 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  5. Add ground beef to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned.
  6. Stir in pak choi and bean sprouts, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Toss cooked udon noodles into the pan with beef and vegetables, then pour in the sauce.
  8. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
  9. Serve in bowls, garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep garlic and vegetables ahead to save time. Always rinse noodles to prevent sticking.

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