Tuna Yaki Udon (Stir-Fried Udon with Tuna)

This easy stir-fried udon uses canned tuna for a quick, hearty, and satisfying dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for busy days when you still want a filling meal. Definitely a recipe worth keeping in your back pocket!

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COOKING TIME

10 minutes

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Artist

Aki Gohan

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INGREDIENTS

SERVES 1

Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings

When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.

1 pack of cooked udon noodles (frozen udon works well)
1 can of tuna (3-4oz.)
1/4 of a small onion
1tsp. sesame oil (+ extra for finishing)
A
2tbsp. soy sauce
A
2tbsp. mirin
A
2tbsp. sake (or dry white wine)
A
2tsp. sugar
A
1tsp. shiro-dashi Japanese soup base (or 1 tsp. soy sauce + a pinch of dashi powder)
B
chopped green onions (to taste)
B
toasted white sesame seeds (to taste)
B
shredded nori (to taste)
B
gochugaru Korean chili flakes (to taste)

DIRECTIONS

Preparation
Thinly slice the onion.
1
Heat sesame oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until softened.
2
Add the canned tuna (with oil) and the (A) seasonings (soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and dashi). Increase to high heat.
3
Once it comes to a boil, add the udon noodles. Stir-fry until the sauce reduces and coats the noodles.
4
Drizzle a little extra sesame oil, plate the noodles, and sprinkle with (B) toppings (green onions, sesame seeds, nori, and gochugaru).

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Tips & Notes

・After simmering, let the noodles sear slightly in the pan to get a nice charred flavor.
・If using frozen udon, cook according to package directions before adding them to the frying pan.
・For extra richness, you can top with a fried egg or a drizzle of Japanese mayo.

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