How to Make Weeknight Udon Stir Fry
A quick, easy colorful dinner built on delicious homemade noodles. Some dinners are just in the rotation—you reach for them on busy nights, but they still feel special every time. This weeknight udon stir fry is one of those recipes for our family. The thick, chewy noodles (homemade if we have them, store-bought if we don’t) soak up the savory sauce, while crisp-tender veggies and a punch of ginger and garlic make every bite pop. This is a dish my family and I often throw together, improvising with whatever’s in the fridge and layering flavors until it tastes just right. Over time, we’ve honed a combo that hits all the notes: soy, sesame, a little heat, and just enough sauce to coat each tangle of noodle. Whether you’re using juicy chicken or smoky tofu, it’s endlessly adaptable and built to please. If you’ve made my homemade udon noodles, this is the perfect recipe to show them off. And if…
A quick, easy colorful dinner built on delicious homemade noodles. Some dinners are just in the rotation—you reach for them on…
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