Seafood Udon Recipe – Japanese Special
Seafood Udon is a delightful Japanese noodle dish featuring thick, chewy udon noodles and a variety of fresh seafood like shrimp, squid, and scallops. It’s a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time15 min
- Total Time25 min
Seafood Udon Ingredients:
- 200 grams udon noodles (preferably fresh or frozen)
- 10 shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 100 grams squid (cleaned and cut into rings)
- 100 grams scallops
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 1 cup cabbage (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon sake
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Spring onions and sesame seeds for garnish
How to make Seafood Udon:
Prepare the Noodles: Cook udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Seafood: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.
Add shrimp, squid, and scallops. Cook until the seafood is just done, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed.
Add carrot and cabbage, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
Combine and Season: Return the seafood to the pan.
Add cooked udon noodles.
Pour in soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
You can customize the seafood mix based on your preference or availability.
For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
If you prefer a richer flavor, you can add a bit of dashi stock to the sauce.
