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Stir-Fried Noodles (Yakisoba)

This Japanese stir-fried noodles recipe, yakisoba (焼きそば), is a flavorful one-pan meal that’s both quick and deeply satisfying. “Yaki” means stir-fried, and “soba” traditionally refers to buckwheat noodles—but despite the name, yakisoba is actually made with wheat-based, Chinese-style noodles. This is what sets it apart from dishes like yaki udon.
Originally inspired by Chinese chow mein, yakisoba has evolved into one of Japan’s most popular street foods. It’s commonly enjoyed at festivals, casual eateries, and even in playful variations like yakisoba-filled bread rolls, known as yakisoba pan.
The noodles are first lightly seared in the pan to develop a subtle golden hue called kitsune iro—literally “fox-fur color”—before being tossed in a savory sauce enhanced with Worcestershire. This step adds depth and a gently sweet-savory balance that defines classic yakisoba flavor.
To finish, smoky katsuobushi is sprinkled over the top, and a sunny-side-up egg adds richness, visual appeal, and extra comfort. Ready in about 30 minutes, this dish delivers the familiar taste of yakisoba and classic Japanese stir-fry noodles straight from your own kitchen—all in a single pan.

 

Ingredients

Servings 2

Main Ingredients

  • 2 packs of yakisoba noodles (300 g)
  • 3.5 oz (100 g) thinly sliced pork
  • ⅛ head of cabbage (100 g), bite-sized
  • ½ onion (100 g), julienned
  • 2 carrots (100 g), julienned
  • 3.5 oz (100 g) mung bean sprouts, trimmed
  • 2 packs of yakisoba noodles (300 g)
  • 3.5 oz (100 g) thinly sliced pork
  • ⅛ head of cabbage (100 g), bite-sized
  • ½ onion (100 g), julienned
  • 2 carrots (100 g), julienned
  • 3.5 oz (100 g) mung bean sprouts, trimmed

Sauce / Seasoning

  • ½ tsp (3 g) salt
  • ¼ tsp (0.6 g) black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp (30 g) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (40 g) oyster sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (30 g) ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp (12 g) sugar
  • 1 Tbsp (15 ml) mirin (cooking wine)
  • ½ tsp (3 g) salt
  • ¼ tsp (0.6 g) black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp (30 g) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp (15 ml) soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (40 g) oyster sauce
  • 2 Tbsp (30 g) ketchup
  • 1 Tbsp (12 g) sugar
  • 1 Tbsp (15 ml) mirin (cooking wine)

Toppings

  • 2 eggs
  • 0.4 oz (10 g) pickled ginger
  • ¼ tsp (0.4 g) aonori (seaweed powder)
  • 2 eggs
  • 0.4 oz (10 g) pickled ginger
  • ¼ tsp (0.4 g) aonori (seaweed powder)

Instructions

  1. Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Julienne the onion and carrot. Chop the pickled ginger for topping.
  2. Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, mix Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sugar, and mirin to make the yakisoba sauce.
  4. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs for topping.
  5. Heat plenty of oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the yakisoba noodles and grill both sides until lightly golden and slightly crispy. Transfer to a tray and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, cook the pork until it starts to brown.
  7. Add the onion, cabbage, and carrot, then season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables begin to soften.
  8. Add the grilled noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients evenly.
  9. Just before turning off the heat, add the mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly to keep them crisp.
  10. Transfer to a serving plate and top with chopped pickled ginger, fried egg, and a sprinkle of aonori.
  1. Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Julienne the onion and carrot. Chop the pickled ginger for topping.
  2. Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, mix Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sugar, and mirin to make the yakisoba sauce.
  4. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs for topping.
  5. Heat plenty of oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the yakisoba noodles and grill both sides until lightly golden and slightly crispy. Transfer to a tray and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, cook the pork until it starts to brown.
  7. Add the onion, cabbage, and carrot, then season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables begin to soften.
  8. Add the grilled noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients evenly.
  9. Just before turning off the heat, add the mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly to keep them crisp.
  10. Transfer to a serving plate and top with chopped pickled ginger, fried egg, and a sprinkle of aonori.

Watch and Follow Along

Watch How to Make Stir-Fried Noodles (Yakisoba)

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  • Check the video above for detailed step-by-step instructions with timestamps and captions.

Why You'll Love this Recipe

  • Ready in about 30 minutes – Perfect for busy weeknights, this Japanese noodle stir-fry comes together quickly, delivering deep, savory flavor without a long prep list or complicated steps.
  • Ready in about 30 minutes – Perfect for busy weeknights, this Japanese noodle stir-fry comes together quickly, delivering deep, savory flavor without a long prep list or complicated steps.
  • Family-friendly flavors – The sweet-savory sauce and chewy noodles make this yakisoba a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults.
  • Family-friendly flavors – A gently sweet-savory sauce clings to the chewy noodles, making this yakisoba easy to enjoy for both kids and adults.
  • Great for drinks and snacks – Smoky katsuobushi and tender pork give this stir-fry noodle dish a casual, bar-snack appeal—just right alongside a cold beer or shared plates.
  • Great for drinks and snacks – Smoky katsuobushi and tender pork give this stir-fry noodle dish a casual, bar-snack appeal—just right alongside a cold beer or shared plates.
  • Japanese street food, at home – Inspired by the flavors of festival stalls and street vendors, this dish brings the spirit of Japanese street food into your kitchen in a relaxed, approachable way.
  • Japanese street food, at home – Inspired by the flavors of festival stalls and street vendors, this dish brings the spirit of Japanese street food into your kitchen in a relaxed, approachable way.
  • Easy to customize – Keep it classic, tuck it into a hot dog bun for a yakisoba bun, or swap proteins and vegetables to suit what you have on hand.
  • Easy to customize – Keep it classic, tuck it into a hot dog bun for a yakisoba bun, or swap proteins and vegetables to suit what you have on hand.
  • Visually satisfying – Kitsune iro–colored noodles, a sunny-side-up egg, and wisps of katsuobushi make this dish as appealing to look at as it is to eat.
  • Visually satisfying – Lightly golden noodles (kitsune-iro), a glossy sunny-side-up egg, and fluttering bonito flakes make this dish as inviting to look at as it is to eat.
  • One-pan convenience – Everything comes together in a single pan, keeping cleanup simple while still delivering a deeply satisfying, flavor-packed meal.
  • One-pan convenience – Everything comes together in a single pan, keeping cleanup simple while still delivering a comforting, flavor-packed meal.

Ingredient Swaps & Substitutions

  • Noodles – For classic Japanese stir-fried noodles, pre-oiled yakisoba noodles are the best choice. They develop a light golden color (kitsune-iro) as they hit the pan and absorb sauce without turning soft or soggy. If you can’t find them, udon noodles work well for a yaki udon variation. In a pinch, spaghetti can be used—just cook it slightly under al dente and stir-fry with enough oil.
  • Noodles – For classic Japanese stir-fried noodles, pre-oiled yakisoba noodles are the best choice. They develop a light golden color (kitsune-iro) as they hit the pan and absorb sauce without turning soft or soggy. If you can’t find them, udon noodles work well for a yaki udon variation. In a pinch, spaghetti can be used—just cook it slightly under al dente and stir-fry with enough oil.
  • Pork – Thinly sliced pork cooks quickly and stays tender over high heat. Pork belly adds richness, while shoulder offers a meatier bite—any cut with a balanced mix of fat and lean meat works well. Bacon is an easy substitute and brings a smoky edge, though it will shift the flavor slightly away from the classic profile.
  • Pork – Thinly sliced pork cooks quickly and stays tender over high heat. Pork belly adds richness, while shoulder offers a meatier bite—any cut with a balanced mix of fat and lean meat works well. Bacon is an easy substitute and brings a smoky edge, though it will shift the flavor slightly away from the classic profile.
  • Mung bean sprouts – Along with cabbage, mung bean sprouts add a fresh crunch that contrasts with the soft, saucy noodles. If they’re unavailable, soybean sprouts can be used instead, keeping in mind they’re a bit firmer with a more pronounced bean flavor.
  • Mung bean sprouts – Along with cabbage, mung bean sprouts add a fresh crunch that contrasts with the soft, saucy noodles. If they’re unavailable, soybean sprouts can be used instead, keeping in mind they’re a bit firmer with a more pronounced bean flavor.
  • Toppings – Pickled ginger, aonori (seaweed powder), and a sunny-side-up egg add extra flavor and visual appeal, but yakisoba is forgiving and still satisfying without any toppings.
  • Toppings – Pickled ginger, aonori (seaweed powder), and a sunny-side-up egg add extra flavor and visual appeal, but yakisoba is forgiving and still satisfying without any toppings.
  • Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) – Bonito flakes add a gentle smokiness and umami-rich finish that naturally complements yakisoba sauce. They’re optional, but skipping them does noticeably reduce depth of flavor.
  • Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) – Bonito flakes add a gentle smokiness and umami-rich finish that naturally complements yakisoba sauce. They’re optional, but skipping them does noticeably reduce depth of flavor.
  • Sauce – Store-bought Otafuku yakisoba sauce is a reliable shortcut that delivers the familiar sweet-savory balance with no extra prep. It’s especially helpful on busy nights, keeping this Japanese stir-fry quick, consistent, and stress-free.
  • Sauce – Store-bought Otafuku yakisoba sauce is a reliable shortcut that delivers the familiar sweet-savory balance with no extra prep. It’s especially helpful on busy nights, keeping this Japanese stir-fry quick, consistent, and stress-free.

Tips & Tricks

1. Save time without losing texture

  • Lightly pan-frying the noodles helps develop a subtle golden color known as kitsune-iro (fox-fur gold), adding chewiness and depth. Short on time? You can skip the extra browning and stir-fry everything together—it’ll still be deeply satisfying and weeknight-friendly.
  • Lightly pan-frying the noodles helps develop a subtle golden color known as kitsune-iro (fox-fur gold), adding chewiness and depth. Short on time? You can skip the extra browning and stir-fry everything together—it’ll still be deeply satisfying and weeknight-friendly.

2. Don’t overload the pan with vegetables

  • Too many vegetables release excess moisture, which can dilute the sauce and soften the noodles. Keep the vegetable-to-noodle ratio in check so the flavors stay concentrated and the sauce clings where it should.
  • Too many vegetables release excess moisture, which can dilute the sauce and soften the noodles. Keep the vegetable-to-noodle ratio in check so the flavors stay concentrated and the sauce clings where it should.

3. Pre-mix the sauce for even coating

  • Stirring the sauce together before it hits the pan ensures balanced seasoning and even coverage. Adding each component separately often leads to uneven flavor, especially in fast stir-fries with minimal liquid. You can always fine-tune later with a splash of Worcestershire or oyster sauce.
  • Stirring the sauce together before it hits the pan ensures balanced seasoning and even coverage. Adding each component separately often leads to uneven flavor, especially in fast stir-fries with minimal liquid. You can always fine-tune later with a splash of Worcestershire or oyster sauce.

4. Control the heat, protect the crunch

  • Cook over medium to medium-high heat to avoid soggy vegetables and preserve that street-food snap. Mung bean sprouts wilt almost instantly, so fold them in at the very end or let residual heat do the work. Soybean sprouts, by contrast, benefit from a longer cook—even if they soften slightly.
  • Cook over medium to medium-high heat to avoid soggy vegetables and preserve that street-food snap. Mung bean sprouts wilt almost instantly, so fold them in at the very end or let residual heat do the work. Soybean sprouts, by contrast, benefit from a longer cook—even if they soften slightly.

5. Add toppings at the last moment

  • Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) flutter and release their smoky aroma best over hot noodles. If you’re making Yakisoba ahead, wait to add katsuobushi, aonori, and pickled ginger until serving for the freshest flavor and texture.
  • Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) flutter and release their smoky aroma best over hot noodles. If you’re making Yakisoba ahead, wait to add katsuobushi, aonori, and pickled ginger until serving for the freshest flavor and texture.

6. Turn leftovers into something fun

  • Reheated Yakisoba can lose some of its original bounce. A classic workaround? Tuck the warm noodles into a hot dog bun for a Yakisoba Bun—a casual, playful nod to Japanese street food.
  • Reheated Yakisoba can lose some of its original bounce. A classic workaround? Tuck the warm noodles into a hot dog bun for a Yakisoba Bun—a casual, playful nod to Japanese street food.

Storage Ideas

  • Storing fresh Yakisoba noodles – Unopened Yakisoba noodles keep well in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, reseal the package tightly and refrigerate to preserve their texture and freshness.
  • Storing fresh Yakisoba noodles – Unopened Yakisoba noodles keep well in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, reseal the package tightly and refrigerate to preserve their texture and freshness.
  • Refrigerating cooked Yakisoba – Yakisoba is at its best straight from the pan, but leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days. Expect a slight softening, but the flavor will remain well balanced.
  • Refrigerating cooked Yakisoba – Yakisoba is at its best straight from the pan, but leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two days. Expect a slight softening, but the flavor will remain well balanced.
  • Freezing for make-ahead meals – For longer storage, freeze cooked Yakisoba in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to one week. It’s a practical option for prepping quick, satisfying Japanese-style meals in advance.
  • Freezing for make-ahead meals – For longer storage, freeze cooked Yakisoba in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to one week. It’s a practical option for prepping quick, satisfying Japanese-style meals in advance.
  • Keep toppings separate – If you’re storing leftovers, wait to add katsuobushi (bonito flakes) until serving. Their smoky aroma and delicate texture are most impactful when sprinkled over freshly reheated noodles.
  • Keep toppings separate – If you’re storing leftovers, wait to add katsuobushi (bonito flakes) until serving. Their smoky aroma and delicate texture are most impactful when sprinkled over freshly reheated noodles.
  • Reheating for best results – Reheat refrigerated Yakisoba gently in the microwave to retain moisture and chew. For frozen portions, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating—this helps the noodles stay springy and the flavors cohesive.
  • Reheating for best results – Reheat refrigerated Yakisoba gently in the microwave to retain moisture and chew. For frozen portions, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating—this helps the noodles stay springy and the flavors cohesive.

What to Serve With

  • Japanese salad – A light Japanese salad with cucumber, carrot, and cabbage tossed in sesame dressing balances the rich flavors of these Japanese stir-fried noodles. It adds a crisp contrast to your one-pan meal and keeps everything feeling fresh.
  • Japanese salad – A light Japanese salad with cucumber, carrot, and cabbage tossed in sesame dressing balances the rich flavors of these Japanese stir-fried noodles. It adds a crisp contrast to your one-pan meal and keeps everything feeling fresh.
  • Edamame – Simple yet satisfying, steamed edamame (even microwaved!) is a quick Japanese side that pairs naturally with Yakisoba. It’s an easy, protein-rich option that helps round out the meal without extra effort.
  • Edamame – Simple yet satisfying, steamed edamame (even microwaved!) is a quick Japanese side that pairs naturally with Yakisoba. It’s an easy, protein-rich option that helps round out the meal without extra effort.
  • Gyoza (Japanese dumplings) – Serve your easy stir-fry noodles with crispy or steamed gyoza for a classic Japanese street-food pairing. The juicy dumplings work especially well with Yakisoba’s smoky, savory flavors.
  • Gyoza (Japanese dumplings) – Serve your easy stir-fry noodles with crispy or steamed gyoza for a classic Japanese street-food pairing. The juicy dumplings work especially well with Yakisoba’s smoky, savory flavors.
  • Soup options – A warm bowl of miso soup pairs comfortably with Japanese stir-fried noodles, or try an oden-style broth for something a little more substantial. Either option balances the noodles’ umami depth with gentle warmth.
  • Soup options – A warm bowl of miso soup pairs comfortably with Japanese stir-fried noodles, or try an oden-style broth for something a little more substantial. Either option balances the noodles’ umami depth with gentle warmth.
  • Pickles (Tsukemono) – Japanese pickles like beni shoga (pickled ginger) or other tsukemono add a salty-sour pop that highlights the sweetness and savoriness of Yakisoba. Small additions, but they make a noticeable difference.
  • Pickles (Tsukemono) – Japanese pickles like beni shoga (pickled ginger) or other tsukemono add a salty-sour pop that highlights the sweetness and savoriness of Yakisoba. Small additions, but they make a noticeable difference.
  • Drinks – Iced green tea or oolong tea keeps the meal light and refreshing. For an izakaya-style pairing, a glass of nama beer (draft beer) fits naturally. Kids can keep it simple with their favorite fruit juice.
  • Drinks – Iced green tea or oolong tea keeps the meal light and refreshing. For an izakaya-style pairing, a glass of nama beer (draft beer) fits naturally. Kids can keep it simple with their favorite fruit juice.
  • Enjoy on its own – With noodles, meat, and vegetables cooked together in one pan, Yakisoba is already a well-balanced meal. It’s hearty enough to enjoy on its own—quick, satisfying, and full of Japanese flavor straight from your kitchen.
  • Enjoy on its own – With noodles, meat, and vegetables cooked together in one pan, Yakisoba is already a well-balanced meal. It’s hearty enough to enjoy on its own—quick, satisfying, and full of Japanese flavor straight from your kitchen.

FAQ

1. How do I keep the noodles from sticking to the pan?

  • Yakisoba noodles are already lightly oiled, but adding a small amount of oil to the pan helps prevent sticking and encourages gentle browning. Avoid overdoing it—too much oil can stop the noodles from developing color and mute the final flavor.
  • Yakisoba noodles are already lightly oiled, but adding a small amount of oil to the pan helps prevent sticking and encourages gentle browning. Avoid overdoing it—too much oil can stop the noodles from developing color and mute the final flavor.

2. What’s the difference between Yakisoba, Yaki Udon, and Zaru Soba?

  • Yakisoba uses wheat-based, Chinese-style noodles and is stir-fried. Yaki Udon follows the same cooking method but swaps in thick, chewy udon noodles. Zaru Soba, on the other hand, is a cold dish made with buckwheat noodles and served with a dipping sauce, making it a completely different style of meal.
  • Yakisoba uses wheat-based, Chinese-style noodles and is stir-fried. Yaki Udon follows the same cooking method but swaps in thick, chewy udon noodles. Zaru Soba, on the other hand, is a cold dish made with buckwheat noodles and served with a dipping sauce, making it a completely different style of meal.

3. Is Yakisoba considered Japanese-Chinese cuisine?

  • Yakisoba was inspired by Chinese chow mein and uses Chinese-style noodles, but it has long since become a fixture of Japanese street food and home cooking. Today, it’s firmly part of everyday Japanese casual dining, especially at festivals and food stalls.
  • Yakisoba was inspired by Chinese chow mein and uses Chinese-style noodles, but it has long since become a fixture of Japanese street food and home cooking. Today, it’s firmly part of everyday Japanese casual dining, especially at festivals and food stalls.

4. Are there different types of Yakisoba sauce?

  • Classic Yakisoba sauce is Worcestershire-based, giving it that familiar sweet-savory profile. There are also variations like Shio Yakisoba (simply seasoned with salt), Chili Yakisoba for extra heat, and Ankake Yakisoba, finished with a thick, glossy sauce.
  • Classic Yakisoba sauce is Worcestershire-based, giving it that familiar sweet-savory profile. There are also variations like Shio Yakisoba (simply seasoned with salt), Chili Yakisoba for extra heat, and Ankake Yakisoba, finished with a thick, glossy sauce.

5. How can I portion leftovers without the noodles turning soggy?

  • Right after cooking, divide the noodles into individual portions and store them without toppings in an airtight container. When reheating, use a pan rather than the microwave to help bring back some texture before serving.
  • Right after cooking, divide the noodles into individual portions and store them without toppings in an airtight container. When reheating, use a pan rather than the microwave to help bring back some texture before serving.

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Making it Step-by-Step

Below is a visual step-by-step guide showing each stage of the cooking process, from prep to final plating.
These images support the written instructions above and are meant to help you follow along more easily.

Step 1

  • Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Julienne the onion and carrot. Chop the pickled ginger for topping.
  • Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Julienne the onion and carrot. Chop the pickled ginger for topping.
  • Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

  • In a small bowl, mix worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sugar, and mirin to make the yakisoba sauce.
  • In a small bowl, mix worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sugar, and mirin to make the yakisoba sauce.

Step 3

  • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs for topping.
  • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs for topping.

Step 4

  • Heat plenty of oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the yakisoba noodles and grill both sides until lightly golden and slightly crispy. Transfer to a tray and set aside.
  • Heat plenty of oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the yakisoba noodles and grill both sides until lightly golden and slightly crispy. Transfer to a tray and set aside.

Step 5

  • In the same pan, cook the pork until it starts to brown.
  • In the same pan, cook the pork until it starts to brown.
  • Add the onion, cabbage, and carrot, then season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Add the onion, cabbage, and carrot, then season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

  • Add the grilled noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients evenly.
  • Add the grilled noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients evenly.
  • Just before turning off the heat, add the mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly to keep them crisp.
  • Just before turning off the heat, add the mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly to keep them crisp.

Step 7

  • Transfer to a serving plate and top with chopped pickled ginger, fried egg, and a sprinkle of aonori.
  • Transfer to a serving plate and top with chopped pickled ginger, fried egg, and a sprinkle of aonori.
Japanese stir-fried noodles

Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles) | Sweet, Smoky, Totally Slurp-Worthy

Sizzling pork and chewy noodles come together in a flavor-packed, one-pan meal that’s quick, easy, and utterly delicious — the ultimate Japanese stir-fried noodles.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 packs of yakisoba noodles (300 g)
  • 3.5 oz thinly sliced pork (100 g)
  • head of cabbage (100 g) bite-sized
  • ½ onion (100 g) julienned
  • 2 carrots (100 g) julienned
  • 3.5 oz mung bean sprouts (100 g) trimmed
Sauce / Seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt (3 g)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (0.6 g)
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce (30 g)
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce (15 ml)
  • 2 Tbsp oyster sauce (40 g)
  • 2 Tbsp ketchup (30 g)
  • 1 Tbsp sugar (12 g)
  • 1 Tbsp mirin (cooking wine) (15 ml)
Toppings
  • 2 eggs
  • 0.4 oz pickled ginger (10 g)
  • ¼ tsp aonori (seaweed powder) (0.4 g)

Method
 

  1. Cut the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Julienne the onion and carrot. Chop the pickled ginger for topping.
  2. Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces. 
  3. In a small bowl, mix worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, sugar, and mirin to make the yakisoba sauce.
  4. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and fry the eggs for topping.
  5. Heat plenty of oil in a large pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the yakisoba noodles and grill both sides until lightly golden and slightly crispy. Transfer to a tray and set aside. 
  6. In the same pan, cook the pork until it starts to brown. 
  7. Add the onion, cabbage, and carrot, then season with salt and pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables begin to soften.
  8. Add the grilled noodles and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the ingredients evenly. 
  9. Just before turning off the heat, add the mung bean sprouts and stir-fry briefly to keep them crisp. 
  10. Transfer to a serving plate and top with chopped pickled ginger, fried egg, and a sprinkle of aonori.

Notes

“Cooking a smaller portion or feeding a crowd? You can adjust the serving size near the top of the post, just below the main photo. You can also watch the full cooking process in the recipe video and follow the step-by-step photos for a more detailed walkthrough.”

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