Curry Chicken Udon Noodles Stir Fry Food

EASY STIR FRY WITH UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Soak noodles in hot water for 5 minutes or cook Udon Noodles according to the package directions.
• Make Stir Fry Sauce: In meanwhile, mix stir fry sauce. In a small bowl, add all stir-fry ingredients. Mix well until honey mixes well with oyster sauce, vinegar and chili paste. Set aside. Slice all veggies and mince garlic.
• Cook Tofu: Heat a part of oil (mixture of cooking oil and sesame oil - 1/2 tbsp cooking oil, 1 tsp sesame oil) in a wok/saute pan, add diced (pressed, drained) tofu with a tbsp stir-fry sauce, stir fry until tofu is light brown at edges. (careful of spatter) Remove cooked tofu into a bowl leaving behind any oil in the wok.
• Stir Fry Udon Noodles: In same pan, heat on medium-high, add remaining oil. Add garlic with veggies and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add drained udon noodles, stir-fry sauce. Cook on high heat until sauce coats the noodles (3-4 minutes) and noodles are bit caramelized. Add tofu, toss with noodles gently. Remove from heat. Add a tbsp lime juice with pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust salt/lime juice.
• Serve: Garnish with fresh basil, or cilantro (or both). Serve lime wedges on side for extra splash before eating. Enjoy!

EASY CHICKEN CURRY

Steps:

• Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook garlic, ginger and onion for 3 minutes until onion is translucent.
• Add chicken and cook until it it changes from pink to white.
• Add curry powder and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add coconut milk and chicken stock. Stir, lower heat to medium and cook, simmering rapidly, for 10 minutes until sauce reduces and thickens.
• Add peas and salt. Cook for a further 2 minutes, then taste to see if it needs more salt. Garnish with coriander.
• Serve over rice, noodles or mashed potato!

YAKI UDON (STIR-FRIED UDON NOODLES)

Steps:

• Add all the Flavouring Sauce ingredients into a measuring cup or a small bowl and mix well. Set aside until required.
• Transfer the udon noodles to a sieve and untangle noodles quickly under running water. Drain.
• Heat oil and sesame oil in a wok or a large frying pan over medium high heat.
• If making Pork Yaki Udon, add the pork slices to the frying pan and sauté until the pork is almost cooked through (less than a minute if very thin, about 1-2 minutes if thicker).
• If making Prawn Yaki Udon, add the prawns to the frying pan and sauté until the prawns curl up to form a 'C' shape and the surface starts browning a little bit (about a minute). Put the prawns aside on a plate. Add a bit more ooil to the frying pan if too dry.
• Add the carrots to the frying pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds, then add the cabbage and the mushrooms. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until the cabbage is half cooked, then add the shallots.
• After mixing the shallots with the meat and vegetables, add the noodles and prawns, including the juice (if making Prawn Yaki Udon). Stir-fry, mixing all the ingredients well until some noodles start browning a little bit.
• Add the Flavouring Sauce mixture and mix quickly to ensure that all the noodles are coated with the sauce and the sauce has almost evaporated. Turn the heat off.
• Transfer the noodles onto serving plates, pile it into a mound, and topped with bonito flakes. Put the benishōga on the top or the side of the noodles, if using.
• Serve immediately.

CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE STIR-FRY WITH UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Coat a large, straight-sided saute pan set over medium heat with the peanut oil and toss in the chicken and 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, then remove and reserve for later use.
• Add in the white scallion pieces, garlic, ginger and jalapenos. Add in a splash more of the oil and cook over medium heat, 1 to 2 minutes. Toss in the carrots and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Toss in the mushrooms and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add in the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and the vinegar, and then add the cabbage, edamame and the reserved chicken, and cook 1 minute longer. Sprinkle in the green scallions.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the noodles, swishing them around with a pair of tongs so they don't stick together, and cook until soft, about 30 seconds.
• Add the noodles to the pan, stir to combine and cook until the noodles are hot and nicely coated. Add a drop of sesame oil, then transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the peanuts and cilantro to serve.

CHICKEN STIR FRIED UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Wash and cut cabbage
• Wash and cut carrot into strips
• Wash and cut chicken thigh into strips
• Add oyster sauce 2 tablespoons, garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon, soy sauce 1 tablespoon, sugar 1/2 teaspoon and sesame oil 1 tablespoon to marinate chicken for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
• Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil into non-stick pan and a pinch of salt to stir fried cabbage for a few minutes until it is soft.
• Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil into non-stick pan and a pinch of salt to stir fried carrot for a few minutes until it is soft.
• Pour 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil into non-stick pan. Add marinated chicken and stir fried it for until it is cooked.
• Set the cooked cabbage, carrot and chicken aside
• Pour 1 teaspoon vegetable oil into non-stick pan. Then, add udon noodles, 2 tablespoons of water and 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce. Turn on medium small fire and cover the lid for a minute or so.
• After that, use a chopstick to loose up the udon noodles. Add another 2 tablespoons of water and keep stir fried the noodles.
• Next, add all the cooked cabbage, carrot and chicken to the udon noodles.
• Stir fried them little bit and ready to serve

HOISIN CHICKEN UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Cook the noodles: Blanch udon noodles in boiling water for about 1 to 2 minutes or if using dry noodles cook according to package instructions. Drain well and immediately rinse with cold water. Set aside.
• Make the sauce: Add all the sauce ingredients together to a bowl and whisk until combined.
• Saute the sauteables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or a wok. Add the chicken pieces and cook until chicken is no longer pink and starts to brown slightly. Add the mushrooms and cook for a couple more minutes until mushroom are starting to brown.
• Finish the dish: Add the udon noodles and prepared sauce to the wok, toss everything together well and cook until the noodles are heated through. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

MADRAS CURRY NOODLES

Steps:

• Cook the noodles according to package directions, and drain.
• Do not rinse them.
• In a wok or pan, heat the oil, add the red chili pepper and the frozen peas, stir fry really well; and set aside.
• In a separate bowl, mix together the water, curry powder, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and the cornstarch mixture.
• Mix all well.
• Add the cooked noodles to the pan to pepper and peas, stir fry for 2-3 minutes, and then add the curried mix.
• Add some more seasonings if you'd like. You might need to add more soy sauce.
• Add the turmeric powder now and cook until everything comes together.
• You can add a bit more water if you would like a little gravy with these noodles, just adjust the spices accordingly.
• Garnish with green chilies or cilantro.

CHICKEN UDON

Steps:

• Boil water in a pot then. When water is boiling add udon noodles then let simmer for 5 mins. Drain and set aside.
• Wash chicken breast thoroughly and cut into strips. Season with salt, pepper, and light soy sauce and marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.

CHICKEN BULGOGI UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Slice chicken breast thin as possible. Combine chicken, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, mirin, plum extract, sugar, sesame oil and black pepper in a mixing bowl. You can use 3 tbsp red or white wine to substitute mirin & plum extract. Mix well and set a side. You can marinate over night but not necessary, about 10 minutes will do the job.
• Run frozen udon noodles under hot water (not boiling water, just hottest water you can get from faucet) until it's soften. Then rinse under cold water and drain. Set aside.
• Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat, add cooking oil. Add sliced onions and stir fry for 2 minutes or until the edges are golden and most of the onions are soften.
• Add marinated chicken and stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
• Add the prepared noodles and stir fry everything together about 2 to 3 minutes. Add half of the chopped green onion and toss. Remove from heat.
• Serve on a serving plate (I decorate the plate with crown daisy, but you can skip it or use baby kale, angular or baby spinach.) and garnish with remaining chopped green onion, sesame seeds, sesame oil and black pepper. Serve with your favorite kimchi or sriracha for a spicy kick. Enjoy!

STIR-FRIED SPICY GARLIC UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• If you're using instant fresh udon noodles or 'cakes' in packets, you can simply soak them in hot water for a few minutes or run them through hot water to carefully separate them. These noodles can also easily break apart so don't force it when they're clumped together.
• Prepare the sauce by mixing everything together. You can see the notes below and adjust the spice level according to your reference. Set the sauce aside.
• Heat a large wok or non-stick pan over medium high heat. Add in the oil.
• One hot, add in the tofu. You can continue to crumble this as needed, especially if there are big chunks.
• Leave the tofu untouched over medium heat for 3-4 minutes for it to lightly crisp and brown at the bottom. It'll also start to dry up and resemble minced 'meat' as it cooks and the water evaporates.
• Season the tofu with the dark soy sauce. Mix well.
• Leave the tofu to cook for another 3-4 minutes until it completely dries up and resembles minced meat. Afterwards, move the tofu to the side of the pan.
• Add 1 tbsp oil into the pan. Over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic.
• Afterwards, add in half of of the chopped scallions or green onions. Cook for 1 minute.
• Add in the shiitake mushrooms and then stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender.
• Once the mushrooms are cooked to your liking, add in the noodles.
• Pour the sauce over the noodles and mix well.
• Leave the noodles to cook over medium high heat for 2-3 minutes.
• Add in some water to cook down the noodles, if needed. You can start with 1-2 tbsp and mix well. You can see the notes below.
• Taste the noodles and feel free to season with some salt and upper, if desired. Once the noodles are cooked to your liking, turn off the heat.
• Top the noodles with more chopped scallions or green onions. Serve and enjoy while hot!

CHICKEN STIR FRY WITH RICE NOODLES (30 MINUTE MEAL)

Steps:

• Bring medium size pan of salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook them on medium heat for about 2 to 4 minutes (depending on thickness of noodles), or until barely tender. Drain and stir in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
• In a large wok or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat. Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper then place it into the hot skillet and stir-fry about 3 minutes or until just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
• Add bell peppers, broccoli and mushrooms and saute 1 minute then add ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
• In a mixing bowl combine chicken stock, soy sauce, ketchup and cornstarch.
• Add chicken, noodles, and broth mixture to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 minutes or until chicken is hot and fully cooked through.
• Right before serving drizzle sesame oil and season to taste with salt and pepper as desired. Grab a fork and enjoy!

STIR FRIED UDON NOODLE

Steps:

• Cut chicken into small pieces. Mix with soy sauce, sesame oil and baking soda and marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Julienne the carrot. Slice mushroom and onion, into thin slices. Cut spring onion into 2" sizes.
• Boil noodles into boiling water to 3-4 minutes, strain it and set it aside. ( Or cook by the packet instructions. )
• Heat pan and add 1/2 tbsp of oil and add marinated chicken and stir fry till the chicken has nice colour.
• Add the onions and follow by the carrots, cabbage and mushrooms. Stir for 1-2 mins.
• Add the Udon noodles then add the oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, salt, mirin and sesame oil. Mix all the ingredients and sauces well and stir fry for 1-2 minutes and then add the cut spring onions. Stir till the sauces are absorbed in the noodle.
• Delicious Stir Fry Udon is ready! Serve immediately!
• Enjoy!

VEGETARIAN THAI CURRY WITH UDON NOODLES

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the udon noodles and cook according to the package directions (usually 8 minutes.) Drain and rinse under running water.
• Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until crispy and browned on one side, about 7-8 minutes. Carefully flip the tofu and brown it on the other side.
• Meanwhile, combine coconut milk, curry paste, soy sauce, and coconut sugar in a large pot. Bring to a simmer then add the onion and eggplant. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Add all the remaining vegetables at the same time and stir well. Cook for 2 more minutes (be careful not to overcook the veggies, they turn to mush very easily!)
• Remove from heat and stir in the green onions and crispy tofu. Taste and add salt as needed. Serve over cooked udon noodles.

UDON NOODLE AND MUSHROOM STIR FRY

Steps:

• If using dried udon noodles, prepare according to directions on package (see notes).
• Heat the canola oil (2 tablespoons) in a large deep skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the light green and white parts of the green onions (making sure to reserve about 1/2 cup of the darkest green parts) and the minced garlic (2 cloves). Sauté for about 2 minutes, until onions are softened and garlic is toasted and fragrant.
• Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms (8 oz.) to the skillet and sauté until browned and softened, stirring occasionally (about 5 minutes).
• While the mushrooms are cooking, make the sauce. In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix the soy sauce (1/4 cup), fresh ginger (1 tablespoon), sesame oil (2 teaspoons), rice vinegar (1 tablespoon), chili garlic sauce (2 teaspoons), honey (1 tablespoon) and water (1/3 cup).
• Add the sauce and the prepared noodles to the skillet. Stir together. If things are sticking to the bottom, add 1/4 cup of water and use a wooden spoon to scrape anything from the bottom of the skillet.
• Add the dark green onion slices (1/2 cup) as well as the basil/cilantro leaves (1/4 cup) if using. Stir together and serve.

CHICKEN AND NOODLE STIR FRY

Steps:

• Combine the sliced chicken, peanut oil, oyster sauce and curry powder and brown sugar (if used) in a bowl. If possible, leave this mixture (covered and in the fridge) to marinate for a few hours or overnight. But if time is short, just keep going.
• Make the cooking sauce -- made up of the last six ingredients listed. If you keep the meat overnight, make and keep the sauce (separate and refrigerated) overnight, too.
• Stir fry the chicken, in batches. Set aside.
• Stir fry the vegetables-cucumber, onion, bell pepper and chili-until just tender.
• Add the mint, nuts and cooking sauce, and cook for one minute.
• Add the chicken and heat until warm again.
• In a separate pan, cover the noodles with boiling water for a few minutes-until they are hot.
• Drain the noodles and combine with chicken and cooking sauce mixture.
• Enjoy!