I love this Japanese pan noodles recipe! I want ALL the noodles!
In essence, it’s a copycat version of the Japanese pan noodles I always order from Noodles & Company except I add a few other veggies to my noodle bowls.
I just love eating noodles in anything and everything, and since Asian noodles are so versatile, I’ve begun cooking with them a heck of a lot. I’m particularly fond of udon noodles, for their thickness, texture and taste.
Ingredients for Asian-style pan noodles
- Udon noodles (they’re available in pre-cooked and uncooked varieties). They can be difficult to find in traditional grocery stores but thankfully, there’s always Amazon.
- olive oil
- broccoli florets
- celery
- carrots
- water chestnuts
- shelled edamame
- garlic
- fresh ginger
- sesame seeds
- Teriyaki sauce
- hot chili oil
- soy sauce
- rice wine vinegar
- bean sprouts
- cilantro
How to prepare Japanese pan noodles
Cook the udon noodles according to package directions; rinse and set aside.
Saute the chopped veggies in the skillet to desired firmness. If you like crunchy, it’ll take about 5 minutes. I like them tender, so I saute for about 10 minutes. Then put them in a separate bowl.
Saute the garlic and ginger for a couple of minutes.
Then add the noodles, veggie mixture, sauces and sesame seeds.
Stir together letting the noodles soak up some of the sauce and then remove from heat.
All that’s left is to garnish with some bean sprouts and chopped cilantro. Dinnertime!
What to serve with an Asian noodle bowl
Try adding a protein like shrimp or chicken to make it even heartier. I’m not much of a mushroom person, but they’d be wonderful with these Japanese pan noodles if you like them. And for dessert, try these scrumptious ginger cookies.
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Japanese Pan Noodles
Ingredients
- 2 12 oz pkg Udon noodles
- 6 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 1 cup carrots julienned or chopped
- 1 8 oz can sliced water chestnuts drained
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tbsp fresh ginger peeled and minced
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds white or black
- 6 Tbsp Teriyaki sauce
- 1 Tbsp hot chili oil
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 ½ – 2 cups Asian sprouts
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook noodles. Rinse. Set aside.
- Using 3 tbsp olive oil, stir fry broccoli, celery, carrots, water chestnuts and edamame for 5 minutes (crunchy) to 10 minutes (tender). Place in a bowl and set aside.,
- Add 3 more tbsp olive oil to the pan, and saute garlic and ginger for 1 minute. Add noodles to pan; saute until the noodles start to caramelize slightly.
- Add vegetable mix and sesame seeds to the noodle pan. Stir together over heat.
- Add Teriyaki sauce, chili oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Remove from heat and mix well.
- Serve with a garnish of cilantro and bean sprouts.
Jesselyn A/Jesstinger says
Thank you, thank you again, Liz! This is precisely the kind of recipe I’m looking for as the days heat up (and we have NO a/c !)
After some serious health issues / scares, we are eating more thoughtfully (intelligently!) and we happen to love stir-fries, pasta lots of veggies and FLAVOR. Asian, Mexican, Italian are all tops on our list and this one really fills the bill. I can’t wait to try it and I already re-PINNED it: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/534239574520262202/
Thanks!
M.Clark says
This looks delicious, it’s definitely something I would try. That’s a nice looking skillet, nice and large. I can’t wait to try the Asian style pan noodles, thank you for sharing this recipe.
Marcie W. says
I adore Kohls so much but have not tried anything from the Food Network line yet. This delicious noodle dish looks oh so good!
Jennifer H says
Yum! I totally want to make this!
Crystal says
I’m so glad you bought the skillet. Having the right tools makes all the difference!
Colleen says
Looks great and nice new pan.
Elizabeth Norton says
This looks delicious. I am not sure my kids would be a fan but I know my husband and I would. This looks like a great dish to make in a hurry when on the go.
noelle d says
I want a big skillet like that — I actually NEED it when the boys are here and I am cooking for our family of 6 that eat like the growing boys they ALL are 😉
Betty Manousos says
omg, this looks delicious! love, love, love chines food! thanks for sharing that great recipe!!
happy friday the 13th!!
xoxo
Theresa @ Faith and Family Reviews says
Oh yum! I can’t wait for our anniversary….we are going out for Chinese! But I could probably make something before then….
Rachael says
The Japanese Pan Noodles recipe looks so tasty. I will have to try it for sure.
Shell Feis says
Ooh- not only does that meal look totally delicious but I have been searching for new pots & pans and I never thought to try Kohl’s!
Janeane Davis says
Noodles are a great dish. It seems that almost every country all over the world has a great noodle dish.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
Asian food is my favorite! I love the way pan noodles taste. This looks like an amazing skillet. I’ll have to try this recipe!
Debra says
You’re conversation with yourself made me laugh out loud! This all looks amazing!
Onica {MommyFactor} says
Good thing you talked yourself into buying this skillet. The right skillet makes cooking so much easier.
Jackie Houston says
This looks sooooo good!!
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
Poor thing, don’t be so harsh on yourself! Love the dish you chose to make in your new pan – I could go for some noodles right about now.
Courtney Pies says
Oh my goodness, this Asian dish looks so good! I definitely think I could make something like this!
Emily says
This looks great Liz! I am going to try this Paleofied.
April says
This looks like such a delicious dish! I love shopping every department at Kohl’s!
The Chef's Wife | Anne @TheSatEvePot says
Oh, yum!! That fight with yourself is hilarious … I can relate. :/
Annie Mai says
I love any type of Asian noodles coming from an Asian heritage. I actually prefer noodles over rice, haha 😛
Nikki says
I love Asian style noodles. These look so tasty!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh yum this looks so tasty – I’ve recently started enjoy noodles again so great to come across another recipe! x
Natalie says
that pan looks super cool, and those noodles look amazing, I wish my food looked that amazing.
Danielle says
SO yummy! I could go for a nice asian dish right now.
Lenze says
Love Food Network stuff! Cool sweepstakes! I’ll have to keepnup with this series.
lawna says
I have never made these but it looks like I need to. Looks like a delicious yet unique dinner for our family!
Melinda says
I’ve never made anything like this for my family but it looks so tasty I just might have to.
Alexis AKA MOM says
OH YUMMY! I so would love to take a bite!
Ronnie says
Awesome quality skillet! Mine spills all over – it’s hard for me to keep the stove top clean. I’ll take a look at this, thanks!
Tess says
These noodles look great. Ive been craving asian food lately!
Theresa says
I have a love of noodles too, though I have never tried Asian noodles. I think I am going to have to pick some up the next time I am grocery shopping. And one of those pans too. I think I have some Kohls cash that I need to use up, and what better way to spend it than on one of these fabulous pans!?
Donna says
I actually need a new skillet, and I love Asian style (anything) noodles! This just gives me more of an incentive to go to Kohl’s and pick up this pan!
Pam says
Love this pan. I just finished my kitchen so I am looking for some new pots and pan. This recipe looks great too. Something new for my family to try,
Joanna Sormunen says
I need a new pan, desperately! That looks like a really good one. I need to see if they sell it here.
Tracey says
That looks so delicious. The pan seems to really make it easier to cook everything too!
Kimberly Grabinski says
I love, love, love Asian noodles. Love. This recipe looks divine.
You are doing it wrong though. When you have a conversation with yourself it’s so that you have someone who agrees and compliments you, not someone who calls you names.
Dawn @ Pin-n-Tell says
Not only have I never made Asian Style Pan Noodles before, but I’ve never tried them! I think my Hubby would love these… I need to make these 🙂
StacieinAtlanta says
You have to try them. Not only are they fast and easy to make, they taste fantastic!
trisha says
Oh I love Food Network stuff. My entire set is from there and I bought it at Kohls!
Ellen Thrifty & Chic Mom says
YUM this looks exactly like my favorite dish from Noodles & Co can’t wait to try it!
Elayna Fernandez ~ The Positive MOM says
Ginger, Garlic, Cilantro. I’m in belly heaven. I didn’t enjoy the self-talk but it sounds accurate on how we treat ourselves sometimes. I have to try this delicious dish… I think sprinkle it with a bit of crushed peanuts or cashews. yum.
Ericka Chatman says
I have to get this pan! I’ve been looking for a nice skillet. The noodles look delicious too, I have to try it out.
Lexie Lane says
Another beautiful recipe. I love anything with noodles in it. So I would definitely try this!
Emma T says
Delicious. I love noodle dishes, but rarely get to eat them as my OH’s not a fan
StacieinAtlanta says
My kids would go nuts for this! They love noodles, and the are always begging for Chinese food. It looks really good.
Stephanie Ferguson says
Love this. I love noddles and Asian ones are my favorite. Thanks for the recipe, I will definitely be trying it out.
Christina S says
I would definitely try this! We love making asian at home (it’s so expensive to eat out all the time). And what an awesome giveaway from Kohl’s! I’ll be following along to enter weekly!
Kathy says
Those look delicious. I have always wanted to try Asian pan noodles but I have been chicken. Your recipe looks doable.
Debbie Jean McMullen says
mmm those look so good! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Rebekah {honeyandcheese} says
hehehehe – I love your conversation with yourself! That pan looks wonderful!
Mary Larsen says
Oh man these look downright delicious!!
Rebecca Swenor says
This pan I could use for sure. If I had one I would be making these types of dishes for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Kero Pinkihan says
great simple recipe! true, oriental food are quiet pricey nowadays.. thanks for sharing this.
Stacey Roberson says
This looks delicious! We love asian foods, especially anything with ginger.
Eileen Richter says
The recipe looks SO yummy and something my daughter and I will try this summer. I am not sure what Udon noodles are though, but willing to try. And for SURE you needed the pan! I also hate when I cook for a big family and try to use just ONE pan and everything spills all over the stove. iritating!
Danielle says
I think I may actually try this tomorrow (well today) this looks so good. Thank you so much for sharing.
Dawn says
Mmmm, those noodles look really good. I could totally go for that for dinner tomorrow night.
Aisha Kristine Chong says
Ohh, that actually looks great! Yummy!
Ty says
OMGosh! That looks a-m-a-z-i-n-g!
Rebecca Parsons says
I am a huge fan of Asian foods. This looks so good and so easy to make. i love all of the veggies in it!
Mommy Has A Life says
This recipe looks really yummy! I wish my family would eat something like this- but I know my son won’t for sure.
Kelly Stilwell says
I pinned the recipe for later. It looks so good! I need new pans. I’ll be checking that one out!
Terry says
Those Asian Pan Noodles look great… It was well worth getting that pan. Bet it makes good omlets too.
tammileetips says
I can’t count how many times I have had that conversation with myself!!! That looks like an amazing pan, I love big frying pans!
Stephanie says
Oh great, now I want all the noodles!
Carly says
YUM, this looks amazing!
ellen beck says
This looks really good although I would likely have the same conversation with myself about that pan! I bet its come in handy now that youre making these with all the variaations.
Maria Oller says
it looks delicious!! and I completely understand you I’m always fighting with myself over buying or not kitchen, home products ok lets be honest shoes , make up and clothes too I know I shuldnt but I really need/want them
Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting says
Oh HECK yeah! 🙂 I’d eat these all day long!
April says
My husband loves anything pasta! I on the other hand am not a fan. I am going to have to try this recipe. I would love to find something we could both enjoy! I am pinning this!
Jamie Martin says
Perfect! I would be totally willing to try this.
Lily Kwan says
This recipe looks very tasty. Thanks for sharing!
Trisha says
This looks so good and I’m sure it would be a hit with my husband and daughter! I had no idea that the Food Network had their own kitchenware line!
Shanna says
I need new pans so bad! And those noodles! Yummy!
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos says
I need a pan like that, I hate things spilling over the edges. I need to look and see if it’s available in induction-ready. Thanks for the recipe!!
Amanda says
I LOVE these noodles and order them when ever we are out. Now I need to make them. Also, those pots looks awesome!
Kathleen Garber says
I didn’t know that the Food Network even sold pans! I love the Food Network so I’m sure it’s good quality. That recipe looks YUMMY!
Yona says
I’ve never tried udon noodles before, but I love the way your pan noodles recipe came out. I love Asian cuisine.
Lynsey @MoscatoMom says
One – I have that pan – you totally made the right choice.
And two – those noodles look AMAZING!
Lisa says
I’m going to have to make these!
Christie says
I’m a sucker for Asian noodles! And that pan was a good decision. Tell yourself to lay off 🙂
debra p says
What a cool skillet. I get so excited about pots and pans lately! Plus, the recipe looks delicious.
Mickey says
I think one of you made excellent points. And now I need a new pan from Kohls. 🙂
Janel (A Mom's Take) says
What a great looking, and sounding recipe. This is something my family would love for me to make for them. I’ll definitely be trying this out, soon!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This looks delicious! I need to try this. Your photos are unbelievable. Some of the best I’ve seen!
Amy Desrosiers says
i love Asian noodles too! I am cutting back on salt though and have to be careful. Making them at home would help ease the sodium intake.
Amanda Ripsam says
I really would love it if I got a new skillet would go perfect with our new two bedroom apartment.
Jennifer Williams says
That works perfectly for with the kinds of foods I have been making lately. I can not wait to try this out. I love Asian foods. Looks like you received some really nice pants.
Maria says
I love how non-stick that pan is! I love cookware, and I think I love your noodles even more!
Krystal says
First off, that skillet is beautiful! I love having nice, clean cookware. Anyway, this recipe looks awesome
Cat @ TOTS says
Looks delicious, I might try that tomorrow night as it seems easy enough. Thanks for sharing!
Jessica says
How yummy! I love that you can make this from the comfort of home and still looks like a restaurant style dish. I just replaced my oldest skillet last week and it has made such a huge difference in how my recipes turn out!
Roch says
My mom makes good Asian noodles and this is one of the food we can eat all year long.
Allyson Bossie says
I am a huge fan of frivalous in the kitchen! I have SO many knife sets. I mean how many pans, dutch ovens and knives can one girl use? A BUNCH! And I use everyone. I know tha tpan is super nice!
Lady Lilith says
Looks like a really good skillet. A good skillet is really hard to come by. Thanks for sharing.
Pam says
I am a big cookware fanatic. I spend a lot of time arguing that I don’t need stuff either.
Lois Alter Mark says
Food Network products are awesome! And those noodles look amazing — I may have to make them now!
Tyneisha Fondren says
This actually looks easy enough for me to make! We love incorporating Asian styles into our cooking!
becca says
Yummy I adore Asian noodles so good and this pan rocks.
Raijean says
Ok, I need to add that pot to my collection! going to look for it at Kohl’s now.
Daisy says
I like how you broke this recipe down step-by-step with photos. Now I am totally craving it!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
yes, looks so easy to make, at least you make it look that way!
Dawn Lopez says
We use those types of noodles in our stir fries and they’re extremely popular in our house! Not only are they gluten free, they’re downright delicious 🙂 It looks like you really got something you can put to good use in the kitchen!
Dina J says
It looks delicious and very simple to prepare! I like the 13″ skillet you used! My husband would love the hot chili oil!
Tess says
This looks great! I love recipes like this for the family.
Debbie L. says
Recipe sounds tasty – I love all of Food Network cooking products. They are made for cooking – designed by cooks!
Christina Gould says
OK, now I want Pad Thai for dinner. I bought a 13″ skillet once. It worked great, but I didn’t fit in my dishwasher. Needless to say, I don’t use it much. Thanks for the info!
Cyndie says
This looks amazong and EASY. My kind of recipe, for sure!
diane says
Love this! And great idea topping it with bean sprouts. Very good for you!
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
That looks delicious!! Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Miriam Schulman ( SchulmanArt) says
I’m going to try this !
Carly Bellard says
I could do that with rice noodles and a GF soy sauce! My hubby would love this one too!
Andrea Kruse says
Oh, boy these look so amazing! I have a real thing for rice noodles and Asian flavors. WIll have to make this one soon.
Jenn says
I can taste those little beans sprouts now. It’s amazing how much crunch and flavor they add to a dish.
celebbabylaundry says
This pan looks like it would be amazing to cook with and the Asian styled noodles look delicious.
Debbie Denny says
I love eating Asian food. This looks real tasty.
Nancy Lustri (StyleDecor) says
Looks absolutely wonderful and even my kids life Asian food. Will definitely give this a try! I wonder if my wok would work?
Jennifer B says
This looks sooo good! I will add this to my dinner list for the weekend!
Petro Neagu says
You and I both. I love noodles too but unlike you I’m too lazy to cook them. I haven’t had noodles since I left my job on the cruise ship where all the food was cooked by others for me. But since your recipe is so tempting I might end up cooking some noodles very soon.
Celebteenlaundry says
I love Asian noodles, these pans look like they’d be perfect to use while making them!
Joanna Sormunen says
I need a new pan, and a good one! That said, the noodles sound really tasty, I need to try them out!
christine jessamine says
this looks so good and easy to make. I have been looking for a new asian food meal to serve up. thanks for sharing
Caroline Wampler says
This dish looks AMAZING! I am vegetarian so I am always looking for new recipes and this one is definitely vegetarian friendly!
Touristmeetstraveler says
I love Asian styled pan noodles, they’re the absolute best!
Shell says
Oooh, now I want to go shop at Kohls! I could use one of these pans.
Kungphoo says
I could most likely eat this everyday.. this is a great food, i would add spicy peanut sauce to it..
Esther says
Looks like a really nice pan! That food looks delicious!! I am not sure I could make it look as good as you did! I will have to try it out though! Yummy!
Carlee C says
I need a new set of pans and the one you used would be perfect for me. Those noodles look really good.
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
Ok, that pan IS HUGE! But those noodles look AMAZING so it was totally worth it!!
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says
My son was making eggs this morning and scratched the black surface of our pan so I will head off to Kohls and get a new one. Thanks for the recommendation.
HilLesha says
What a delicious recipe! I love, love noodles. 🙂
Kathleen says
Those look awesome. Asian food is one style of food I have never been good at, but it is probably my favorite type of food. I may have to give this a try.
Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says
This sounds so delicious … I pinned it and can’t wait to try it!
Mary Ann says
Those look delicious. I need a new pan, too…I will check this one out!
Nancy says
Your recipe looks delicious! I think it pays in the long run to have a nice set of cookware. I recently bought a new set myself … from Kohl’s, of course!
Jessica @EatSleepBe says
Those photos of your dish are incredible. Don’t think I have ever made that at home, but it sure does look delicious! We could use a dish like that.
Amanda A says
looks yummy! My husband would love thi!
Patty says
13″ is a great size for stir frying. And having a cover is fantastic! I’ll have to go and check it out
kristi says
I love that conversation that you had with yourself. Who knew you were so mean? lol Kidding aside, it looks like you made a great decision to purchase that pan. The noodle dish looks wonderful!!! Great contest too!
Sara Zielinski says
These noodles look very delicious, I would like to make them.
Amanda @ Erickson & Co. says
This looks really good. Thanks for sharing the recipe. I’m excited to try it!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Love this store they have so many great deals. Your recipe looks amazing, healthy too!
Becka says
Love Love Love the pan! The food looks good too but I want one of those pans
Ellen Christian says
I’ve never tried udon noodles before but the whole dish looks amazing. I agree, you should definitely have treated yourself to a new pan!
janelle says
will definitely try this great looking recipe!
Susan says
I have never tried this at home, I usually just call take out… but this looks amazing I am sure I can make this too.
Lisa J. Jones says
Sounds Like A Delicious Recipe Will Have To Make For The Family Love The Pan Too Must Get Myself One!!
Melissa says
Oh my gosh, yes! I need to make this! I love Foot Network pans.
Dana Rodriguez says
LOL I argue with myself too sometimes.Those noodles look delicious!
Franc Ramon says
You have a nice thought process in buying stuff. The noodles looks really tasty and rich in flavor from spices.
Anna says
This looks so tasty. I wish I just ate some of this for lunch. I like your pan, I want a new big pan too. My biggest (and most used) is a 12 in, but it only just big enough for some meals.
Ralff Dizon says
I Loved Asian food. All Looks delicious. Yummy!
Prateek Jain says
I Love noodles!! I will give this recipe to my mom.
Paula Parker says
Looks great. I never had or made Asian-style Pan noodles. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
David Fultner says
Love Asian food.
Crystal Green says
This looks really good. I think that pan would get a lot of use in our home. Thanks for this idea for a meal.
Ronda Ogilvie says
Isn’t it funny how we have to talk ourselves into something we really want! Looks like the pan worked great and those noodles look delicious! Yum!
Stacey - Seattle Mom Blog says
Yum, yum, yum! I love noodles, and this recipe has me wanting them for dinner tonight!
Virginia says
Oh my, Liz, that looks so good! I often argue with myself over buying things, too. LOL
Michelle F. says
That looks really good. i would to try those udon noodles.
natosha says
Wow that looks YUMMY! The pan looks great and can definitely cook up a delicious meal!
Kay Adeola says
Yummy this looks amazing.I really need new pans mine have seen better days.
Louida says
These pan noodles looks really good! I would love to make these at home. I can tell they would be a hit in my household!
Rosey says
That’s a good contest! I like the pan too (hurrah for Food Network pans!). Your self-conflict fight at the purchase is funny…I do the same (even w/a gift card). 😉
I haven’t tried to cook with Asian noodles but I bet it would make my family happy if I did, especially my husband!
Felicia says
Honestly, I haven’t really tried Asian food, much this recipe looks like something I would like! I might have to give it a try!
Jennifer Soltys says
I could definitely use a new pan like this! And your recipe looks amazing!!!
Katie | Dixieland Sweets says
Yum!! Thanks for posting this! I’m going to add it to my dinner rotation for next week!
Sandra says
Looks delicious and we love all the deals you can get at Kohls!
Melinda says
i love new pans. it give new life to regular cooking
Danielle Papsis says
Yum! Looks good. I love Kohl’s. Will have to check out the contest.
Krystyn says
Asian style noodles are so yummy! I will have to give this one a try…especially since it has ginger!
Alissa Apel says
That looks tasty and healthy. I so need new pans.
Penelope Guzman says
This looks utterly amazing, I have to pin it and make it and eat it! I recently bought a 12 inch skillet, that will be my weapon of choice 🙂
Scott says
Sprouts make anything fancy! Great recipe – looks so easy to make!
Kelsey Apley says
Man that looks so good! I have never tried making an Asian dish like this, I am gonna have to try it out and see how it goes!!!
Michelle F. says
That looks really good. I love that you added cilantro.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
That recipe sounds delish! My hubby and I really like Asian food and we make it sometimes when we have date nights at home!
Stacy says
I love udon noodles! I love that your recipe is already vegan, so I don’t have to adapt it at all! I think the only thing I would add would be some nuts (maybe cashews) because I like a little more crunch in my noodles.
Kim Henrichs says
This looks so tasty!!