Easy and Delicious Japanese Pan Noodles Recipe

These Japanese Pan Noodles are a delicious and easy-to-make stir-fry dish that is packed with umami flavors. This recipe features stir-fried noodles tossed with a savory sauce, crisp vegetables, and tender chicken. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Whip up this Japanese-inspired noodle dish in just under 30 minutes for a satisfying and healthy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving Asian flavors!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of udon or soba noodles
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, julienned
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1/2 cup of snap peas, trimmed
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon of mirin
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped cilantro

Directions

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, sesame oil, sugar, and black pepper to make the sauce.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Add the chicken slices and stir-fry until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
5. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
6. In the same pan, add the garlic, bell pepper, carrot, snap peas, and half of the green onions.
7. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.
8. Add the cooked noodles and the sauce to the pan. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
9. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
10. Garnish with the remaining green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro, if desired.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

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