Description
A quick and healthy vegetarian version of the classic Japanese stir-fried noodles, packed with colorful vegetables and tossed in a savory-sweet sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes using only one pot!
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet bell pepper (cut into strips)
- 1/2 lb broccoli (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 large carrots (cut into strips)
- 1/4 small cabbage (cut into strips)
- 1 large onion (sliced into half-rings)
- 16 oz yakisoba noodles (look for fresh, refrigerated versions if you can!)
- 3 tbsp oil (I recommend a high-heat one like canola or vegetable oil for stir-frying)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (use low-sodium for a healthier option)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (adds that umami kick; feel free to use mushroom sauce for a vegetarian option)
- 2 tbsp ketchup (trust me, this adds a lovely hint of sweetness)
- 4 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add onion and carrot, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Add bell pepper and cabbage, cook for another 2 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Push vegetables to one side and add ginger and garlic to the empty space. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cooked noodles, yakisoba sauce, mirin, and sesame oil. Toss everything together.
- Stir in bean sprouts and green onions, cooking for 1 more minute.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes before serving.
Notes
- For vegan version, use vegan Worcestershire sauce and omit oyster sauce.
- Add tofu or tempeh for extra protein.
- Leftovers keep well in fridge for 2 days (reheat in skillet with a splash of water).
- Double the sauce ingredients if you prefer saucier noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
