Yakisoba Noodles
Yakisoba is a flavorful Japanese stir-fried noodle dish loaded with meat and vegetables, coated in a sweet and savory sauce. It's quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying.
Equipment
- Wok or Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 packs yakisoba noodles fresh or vacuum-packed
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 cup cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 carrot, julienned
- 100 g pork belly or chicken thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons yakisoba sauce store-bought or homemade
- pickled red ginger (beni shoga) optional for garnish
- aonori (seaweed flakes) optional for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles according to package instructions if necessary (loosen with hot water if vacuum-packed).
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add pork or chicken and cook until browned.
- Add onion, cabbage, and carrots. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add the noodles and stir-fry, combining with meat and vegetables.
- Pour in yakisoba sauce and stir until evenly coated. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with pickled ginger and aonori if using.
Notes
You can swap pork with tofu or shrimp for variation. Add chili oil for a spicy kick!