Description

Shrimp Yakisoba is a popular Japanese street food that combines tender wheat noodles with juicy shrimp and a medley of vegetables, all stir-fried together in a flavorful sauce. This dish offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Yakisoba Sauce:

3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 teaspoons sugar

For the Stir-Fry:

1 pound (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon sake (optional, for marinating shrimp)
1 tablespoon neutral oil (e.g., canola or vegetable oil)
1/2 onion, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 servings yakisoba noodles (approximately 14-17 oz or 400–500g), pre-steamed or fresh
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings:

Aonori (dried green seaweed)
Pickled red ginger (beni shoga)

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Instructions

Prepare the Yakisoba Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Worcestershire sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, and sugar until the sugar dissolves. Adjust the seasoning to taste and set aside.
Marinate the Shrimp (Optional):
- Place the shrimp in a bowl and drizzle with sake. Toss to coat and let marinate for about 10 minutes.
Prepare the Noodles:
- If using pre-steamed yakisoba noodles, loosen them by microwaving for 1 minute covered with a damp paper towel, or by running them under warm water. Drain and set aside.justonecookbook.com
Stir-Fry the Ingredients:
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onions and white parts of the green onions; sauté until translucent.justonecookbook.com
- Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the carrots and cabbage. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Combine Noodles and Sauce:
- Add the loosened noodles to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the yakisoba sauce over the noodles. Toss everything together to ensure even coating.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the green parts of the green onions. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
Serve:
- Divide the shrimp yakisoba among serving plates. Garnish with optional toppings like aonori and pickled red ginger. Serve immediately.

Notes

Noodle Options: If yakisoba noodles are unavailable, fresh or dried chuka soba noodles can be used as substitutes. Cook according to package instructions before using.
Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add or substitute vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or bean sprouts based on preference.
Protein Alternatives: This recipe can be adapted using chicken, beef, tofu, or a combination of seafood like squid and scallops.