Teriyaki Noodles – A quick and easy meal ready in just 20 minutes! Asian noodles topped with a delicious and simple homemade teriyaki sauce!
Teriyaki Noodles
One of my go-to’s on a busy weeknight is noodles. Something about them is always so comforting and delicious! Recently, I have been on a kick of making teriyaki noodles because not only do they taste amazing, but they only take 20 minutes from start to finish to make!
For this recipe, you will need just a few simple ingredients. The only one that you probably don’t have in you cupboard is mirin. If you don’t have it, it is okay to skip it. It is a sweet cooking wine that adds to the overall flavor, but it still tastes great without it!
Common questions about making teriyaki noodles
What is teriyaki sauce used for?
Teriyaki sauce is used for a wide variety of different dishes such as teriyaki chicken, beef, fish, etc. Traditionally, it is a cooking sauce, not a dipping sauce but in the west, it is a popular dip for things such as potstickers.
What goes with teriyaki sauce?
A wide variety of vegetable such as carrots, broccoli, cabbage, etc go well with teriyaki sauce and can easily be added into recipes such as this teriyaki noodle one to add some texture and color to the dish.
Is teriyaki Japanese or Chinese?
Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique in which foods are grilled with a sauce that combines soy sauce, mirin, and sugar.
What kind of noodles for best for teriyaki noodles?
Any type of noodle will work but some of my favorites include udon noodles, ramen noodles, and lo mein noodles. You can also substitute in a western noodles such as linguine or spaghetti.
Can teriyaki noodles be reheated?
Yes, to reheat teriyaki noodles, place them in a pan over medium heat and cook until they are warmed up. The sauce may have soaked into the noodles more than the previous night but they will still taste great.
Can’t get enough of this teriyaki noodles recipe? Try these other recipes!
- Chicken Katsu {Breaded and Deep-Fried Chicken}
- Sesame Noodles
- Udon Soup {Thick Japanese Noodles in a Flavorful Broth}
- Teriyaki Chicken
- Curry Udon {Thick Japanese Noodles in a Spicy Curry Sauce}
Teriyaki Noodles
Teriyaki Noodles - A quick and easy meal ready in just 20 minutes! Asian noodles topped with a delicious and simple homemade teriyaki sauce!
Ingredients
Teriyaki Noodles
- 1 lbs noodles (such as udon, ramen, or lo mein)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or any neutral oil such as corn or canola)
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Toppings
- Green onions (thinly sliced)
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to the instructions on the packaging, drain, and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Mix until combined.
- In a large pan or wok over medium high heat, add in sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce mixture, and garlic. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add in noodles and toss to fully coat them in sauce. Serve immediately topped with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
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