Sara Udon Crispy Noodles with Seafood
Crispy fried udon noodles topped with a savory seafood sauce and fresh garnishes. A Japanese restaurant favorite that's surprisingly achievable at home in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat udon noodles dry with paper towels; separate any clumps with your fingers.
Step 2
Mix oyster sauce, soy sauce, and mirin in a small bowl.
Step 3
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.
Step 4
Add udon noodles in a single layer. Press down with a spatula; don't stir.
Step 5
Cook until the bottom is golden and crispy, ~3 minutes. Flip and crisp the other side.
Step 6
Push noodles to the side. Add shrimp to the empty space and sear 90 seconds per side.
Step 7
Add garlic to the shrimp, stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 8
Pour sauce over noodles and shrimp. Toss to coat; cook 30 seconds more.
Step 9
Divide between plates. Top with white scallion parts, bonito flakes, and sesame seeds.
Step 10
Garnish with green scallion tops. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet
- small mixing bowl
- spatula
- paper towels
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