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Yaki udon

From the video “How to Make Yaki Udon (Japanese Stir-Fried Udon Noodles) (Recipe) 焼きうどんの作り方 (レシピ)” by Just One Cookbook. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Just One Cookbook. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~45 min
est.
Serves
~2
est.
Cost
~$11.81*
per serving, Ontario (~2 portions assumed)save ~$5.19* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
15

Ingredients

May contain gluten, soy, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$23.61*for the batch in the video
~$11.81*per serving

You save about ~$5.19* per serving (31% less*) than ordering it out — ~$10.39* for ~2 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario noodle bowl, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

9 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 3 predicted from typical costs · not priced: pork belly, udon noodles, sake

* Estimate, not a quote: 3 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario noodle bowl at ~$17, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving1,147 kcal · 57% of 2,000
Fat55 g70%
Saturated fat18 g89%
Sodium1,527 mg66%
Carbohydrate146 g53%
Fiber60 g214%
Total sugars79 gno daily value
Added sugars1.1 g2%
Protein40 g80%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+19 of 20
  • Fiber+20 of 20
  • Saturated fat−15 of 20
  • Sodium−12 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 12 of 14 ingredient lines (99% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings (estimated: average of rules (1: 170 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (2)). Not counted because the video gives no amount: black pepper. Not matched to nutrient data: udon noodles, dried bonito flakes. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • vegetable peeler
  • pot
  • bamboo colander
  • pan
  • tongs
  • lid

What the video didn’t say

  • servings not explicitly stated in video
  • total preparation and cooking time not stated in video
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Just One Cookbook’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Yaki udon

What makes Just One Cookbook's Yaki udon recipe and technique special?

Just One Cookbook's take on Yaki udon focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Japanese flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Mix noodles gently to avoid breaking them into pieces. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Yaki udon at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Yaki udon recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Yaki udon ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Yaki udon can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Just One Cookbook's Yaki udon?

This recipe utilizes approximately 15 ingredients across 17 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Yaki udon?

The official cooking video by Just One Cookbook is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.