Chicken Udon Noodles with Ginger and Sesame Seeds

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar adds acidity without sweetness.

udon noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs.

Cook udon noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add sliced chicken breast to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in sliced carrots, bell pepper, and broccoli, cooking until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add sliced mushrooms and bean sprouts, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.

Pour in soy sauce and mirin, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.

Add cooked udon noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce and heat through, about 2 minutes.

Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with black pepper, tossing to combine.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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