Yaki udon is the Japanese stir-fry that deserves a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation. Thick, chewy udon noodles are tossed through a hot pan with pork, cabbage, mushrooms and a glossy soy-and-oyster-sauce dressing that clings to every strand.
Those fat, bouncy noodles are the star here — they pick up a little colour and smokiness from the pan while staying wonderfully soft and springy. A shower of bonito flakes on top adds that classic Japanese street-food finish.
Best of all, it's a one-pan dinner that's done in well under half an hour, and it's endlessly flexible — swap the pork for chicken, prawns or extra vegies and it works just as well.
