Chicken Yaki Udon
Description
This delicious yaki udon Japanese stir-fry is similar to yakisoba, but is made with thick, white udon noodles and tossed with a much simpler sauce, chicken, and vegetables.
Ingredients
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6 ounces frozen udon noodles
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
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1/2 onion, sliced
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1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
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1/2 cup shredded cabbage
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1/2 cup carrot matchsticks
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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2 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
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1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chile paste)
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1 tablespoon ketchup
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain noodles and rinse with cold water.
2
Meanwhile, warm olive oil in large saucepan or wok over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, cabbage, carrots, and garlic. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing vegetables to maintain most of their crispness.
3
Pour soy sauce over vegetables and chicken; sauté 1 to 2 minutes more. Add udon noodles and toss well. Mix in gojuchang and ketchup, thoroughly combining to mix all the flavors. Season with salt and pepper.