Get ready to transform your kitchen into a sizzling Asian culinary paradise with this mouthwatering Udon and Prawn Stir Fry that promises to deliver restaurant-quality taste in just 25 minutes! Imagine tender, thick udon noodles dancing with succulent prawns and crisp vegetables, all coated in a tantalizing sauce that will make your dinner guests think you've secretly trained in a professional kitchen. This isn't just a meal - it's a quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible journey through Asian flavor landscapes that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g udon noodles
- 200g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables: slice bell pepper into thin strips, julienne the carrot, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger.
- Cook udon noodles according to package instructions. Typically, boil in water for 3-4 minutes until tender but still firm. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent further cooking.
- Heat sesame oil in a large wok or wide skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot but not smoking.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add peeled and deveined prawns to the wok. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until prawns turn pink and are almost fully cooked.
- Introduce julienned carrots and sliced bell peppers. Stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes to maintain vegetable crispness.
- Add cooked udon noodles to the wok. Pour soy sauce over the ingredients and toss everything together, ensuring even coating and heating.
- Cook for additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure all ingredients are heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnishing with optional green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. Stir-frying moves quickly, so mise en place is crucial!
- High Heat, Quick Cooking: Use a wok or large skillet and keep the heat medium-high to get that perfect sear on prawns and maintain vegetable crispness.
- Don't Overcook Prawns: They cook fast! Remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink to prevent becoming rubbery.
- Noodle Tip: Rinse udon noodles with cold water after boiling to stop the cooking process and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Sauce Balance: Adjust soy sauce to your taste. For extra depth, consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or a touch of honey.
- Optional Garnish: Elevate the dish with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, or a drizzle of chili oil for extra excitement.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 400kcal
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 150mg
