Yaki Udon
This blog post from Toddler Recipes Australia features the delicious Yaki Udon noodle dish - an ideal meal for giving your toddler a tasty, yet nutritious dinner. This recipe is simple to follow and doesn’t require any specialist ingredients. We’ll show you how to prepare the perfect Yaki Udon meal for your little ones in no time. This blog post also offers tips and tricks to get your toddler to eat it, making it a great resource for first-time parents!
General Information
- Servings: 3
- Keywords: Yaki Udon, Japanese, Kids, Toddlers
- Calories: 440
- Protein: 23 g
- Carbs: 68 g
- Fats: 8 g
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 450 g (1 lb) Udon Noodles
- 120 ml (4 fl oz) Water
- 1.5 tablespoons oil
- 375 g (13.2 oz) diced bell pepper
- 375 g (13.2 oz) diced chicken breast
- 240 ml (8 fl oz) vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of mirin
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- Chopped green onions
Directions
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Preheat a large pot or wok over medium heat.
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As the pot is heating, mix the sesame oil, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and mirin together in a small bowl. Set aside.
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Once the pot is hot, add the oil and let it heat up for a minute.
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Add the diced bell peppers and chicken to the pot and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
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Add in the udon noodles and stir to combine.
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Add the vegetable stock and the sauce mixture.
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Reduce the heat to low and let the udon noodles simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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When the udon noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened, remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped green onions.
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Serve your delicious Yaki Udon with a smile and a side of your favorite vegetables!
Recommended Sides
- Roasted vegetables
- A side salad
- Edamame beans
- Steamed broccoli
- Roasted sweet potato fries
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