Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles)

Name: Yakisoba (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 3 servings yakisoba noodles ((pre-steamed; one package contains 3 servings, 16–17 oz, 454–480 g)); ¾ lb thinly-sliced pork belly ((see Notes below)); ¼ small head green cabbage ((½ lb, 227 g)); 3 shiitake mushrooms ((1.4 oz, 40 g)); 4 inches carrot ((3.5 oz, 100 g)); ½ yellow onion ((5 oz, 142 g)); 2 green onions/scallions; 2 Tbsp neutral oil ((for frying; plus more, if needed)); freshly ground black pepper; ⅓ cup yakisoba sauce ((plus more, to taste; see recipe below)); ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce; 4 tsp oyster sauce; 4 tsp ketchup; 2 tsp soy sauce; 2 tsp sugar ((plus more, to taste)); aonori seaweed; pickled red ginger

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Yakisoba is a classic Japanese stir-fried noodle dish with tender wheat noodles, crisp vegetables, and a sweet-savory sauce. It’s quick, easy to customize, and perfect for busy weeknights. With the right pan and a few simple tricks, you can recreate authentic Japanese street-food flavor at home.

Updated at: Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:16:21 GMT