I have to admit I'm a Asian food addict, I really love it! There are two recipes I prepare every week, this super easy vegan fried rice and these vegan stir fried Udon noodles.
This recipe is ready in only 15 minutes, it's light, healthy, delectable and you're gonna love it, I promise! Udon noodles are made with wheat flour and salt and tamari (or soy sauce) is very salty, so you don't need to add any salt.
You can use your favorite veggies, I usually add the vegetables I have in my fridge. I use ground ginger because it lasts longer than the fresh variety, but if you prefer, you can use fresh ginger too, although you need to keep in mind fresh ginger tends to deliver a more intense flavor, so you need to add less.
If you are a celiac or you are following a gluten-free diet, you can use corn pasta or any other gluten-free alternative. If you're a vegan be careful because many noodles are made with egg.
I cook Asian dishes in a wok, I bought it at Ikea, it's cheap and works very well, so if you love this kind of recipes, I recommend you to buy one. If you don't have a wok, you can use a skillet too, your noodles will be delicious too.
This recipe is perfect for summer because you only need 15 minutes to prepare it and you don't need to use the oven. It's a great alternative to junk or pre-packaged food, because it's a super quick recipe and it's much healthier.
If you prefer a fat-free version, you can remove the oil and cook the veggies with water and tamari or soy sauce. I always cook with extra virgin olive oil and avoid refined oils, they are not healthy at all and it's fairly resistant to the heat, although I prefer to use the least amount of oil on my dishes.
If you love simple, easy, healthy, delicious, Asian recipes, you should try these vegan stir fried Udon noodles, they won't disappoint you!
📖 Recipe
Vegan Stir Fried Udon Noodles
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup julienned onion
- 1 cup julienned red pepper
- 1 cup julienned green pepper
- 1 cup julienned carrot
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 10.6 ounces Udon noodles
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a wok, add the veggies, the ground ginger, 2 tablespoons of tamari or soy sauce and the water. Cook for 5 minutes over high heat or until veggies are ready. You can add more water or tamari if you want.
- Cook Udon noodles according to package directions. I boiled them for 5 minutes. Drain the noodles.
- Add the noodles and 2 tablespoons of tamari or soy sauce. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes more.
Joseph Segura says
What is the brand of Udon noodle used?
The ones I bought are not vegan.
Iosune says
Hi Joshep! I live in Spain, so I can't help you, but if you can, go to an Asian supermarket, you'll find lots of options there 🙂
Jen Wong says
Hi, I know you prolly did not mean to be ignorant but Udon is a Japanese dish. Please do change how you wrote the post. Chinese and Japanese are two entirely different cultures.
Iosune says
Hi Jen! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂 It was a mistake, sorry!
Lucie says
Im a vegan and made these today! They are so tasty and defo going to make them again. And they are so quick and easy to make??
Iosune says
Hi Lucie! Thanks a lot 🙂 I'm so glad you liked them!
Jaimee Shaw says
I've made it 2 days in a row now! It's delicious! Great recipe, very easy, very fast, very tasty. Thanks for sharing this recipe!!
Iosune says
Hi Jaimee! I'm so glad you enjoyed it 😀 Thank YOU <3
joe says
Did this today. It's wonderful. Recommended to all those who love pasta (like I do)!
Iosune says
Hi Joe! Thanks a lot 😀 I'm so glad you liked it!
Funmilayo Olukemi says
I cooked this tonight with a few modifications, I added some marinated tofu, mushrooms, broccoli, some rice vinegar, teriyaki sauce and sriracha. It was delicious! Just found this blog too and I am definitely a fan. Thanks for providing beautiful simple recipe ideas for us vegans!
Iosune says
Hi Funmilayo! Sound great 😀 You're so welcome!!!
Ellie says
Hi! What brand of udon noodles do you use?
Thank you!
Iosune says
Hi Ellie! I usually buy noodles at Asian supermarkets, I've tried so many brands and all of them are great 🙂 In addition, I live in Europe, so I don't know if I can help you... Sorry!
Katie says
I just finished making this, and it is DELICIOUS! I sauteed some tofu in sesame oil in a cast iron skillet to add in, and I love that it's such a simple dish to add onto with personal preferences. I can't wait for dinner, my 18 month old LOVES any excuse to try out chopsticks, we're going to have a happy baby and happy bellies tonight! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!!
Iosune says
Hi Katie! I'm sooo glad to hear that 🙂 Hope you enjoyed it. Thanks a lot for your comment 😀
Me says
What brand of Udon noodles is vegan? Some noodles use eggs to make.
Iosune says
Hi! I used a Spanish brand I found on the supermarket, but you should find vegan brands in health or Asian stores 🙂
Eluna says
Looks like a good recipe but I don't know if this should be under Chinese since Udon is a Japanese noodle...
Iosune says
Hi Eluna! You're right! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
Ingrid says
Seriously awesome noodles. I always mix up the recipe up a bit.
Iosune says
Hi Ingrid! I'm gald you liked it 😀
William says
Great recipe. Just finished making and eating it. Great taste! Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Iosune says
Hi William! Thank you for making the recipe 😉
Dana says
Just made this and it's a hit. I used 1 tablespoon of ginger instead of a teaspoon because I like the aroma. Thanks for sharing!
Iosune says
Hi Dana! Thank YOU for your comment 🙂
Sarah says
Just finished making this...it's SO good! And was so quick and easy to make. Didn't have any kind of noodles, so used some pasta shells I had haha
Iosune says
Great!!!! You can use any kind of pasta 🙂
Ami@naivecookcooks says
Such gorgeous pics and noodles seem to be calling my name!! I need them for dinner now!
Iosune says
Thanks Ami! You should try this recipe, I love it!
Patti says
Iosune and Alberto, found your recipe on Pinterest and it looks delicious! I will be giving this a try with my daughter. 🙂
Thanks for sharing! Beautiful pictures make us want to dig right in. 🙂 Smiles, Patti
Iosune says
Hi Patti! I hope you like the recipe!!! Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
Katie @ Produce on Parade says
My mouth is watering! So simple and sooooo scrumptious!
Alberto says
Thanks Katie! 🙂 I really love this recipe, I could eat it every single day!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
loving the look of these noddles.. can't remember the last time i made a stir fry. definitely inspired to now!
Alberto says
Hi Thalia. Thank you! 🙂 I hope you like it.