Quick, easy, and full of flavor! These One-Pot Teriyaki Noodles are the perfect dish for a busy weeknight or a simple weekend meal.
🍜 Recipe Description
Easy One-Pot Teriyaki Noodles is a vibrant, savory, and slightly sweet dish that takes minimal time and effort to prepare. The rich teriyaki sauce, made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, coats every strand of noodle, creating a deliciously satisfying meal. This recipe uses one pot for both the sauce and the noodles, saving you time on cleanup.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, proteins like chicken or tofu, or enjoy the dish on its own for a quick vegetarian option. The best part? You can whip up this meal in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight dinner or a go-to meal when you want something flavorful but don’t have much time.
🥢 Ingredients (Measured in grams for accuracy)
For the Noodles and Sauce:
- Ramen noodles or any other noodles (such as udon or soba) – 200g
- Water – 600ml
- Soy sauce – 60g
- Honey – 30g
- Rice vinegar – 15g
- Sesame oil – 10g
- Fresh ginger (grated) – 5g
- Garlic (minced) – 10g
- Cornstarch (optional, for thickening) – 5g
- Sesame seeds (for garnish) – 5g
- Green onions (sliced, for garnish) – 15g
- Red bell pepper (sliced) – 100g
- Carrot (julienned) – 50g
- Snow peas (optional) – 50g
For the Protein (optional, but recommended):
- Chicken breast (sliced into strips) – 200g
- Tofu (cubed) – 200g
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Stir to combine until the honey is fully dissolved into the sauce mixture.
- (Optional) If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of water and add it to the sauce mixture. This will help thicken the sauce as it simmers.
Step 2: Cook the Noodles
- In a large pot, add 600ml of water and bring it to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the noodles and set them aside. Be sure to reserve about ¼ cup of the cooking water to add to the sauce if needed.
Step 3: Cook the Protein (Optional)
- If using chicken or tofu, heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken or tofu and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes for chicken or 3-5 minutes for tofu. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 4: Combine the Noodles, Sauce, and Vegetables
- In the same pot (no need to dirty another pan!), add the teriyaki sauce. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Add the cooked noodles, bell pepper, carrot, and any additional vegetables you're using.
- Toss the noodles and vegetables in the sauce, allowing the noodles to absorb all of the teriyaki sauce for about 3-5 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, you can add some of the reserved noodle cooking water to loosen it up.
- Once everything is well-coated and heated through, return the cooked chicken or tofu to the pot and stir to combine.
Step 5: Serve
- Divide the noodles among serving bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and any additional vegetables you’d like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious one-pot teriyaki noodles!
🧮 Nutrition Information (Per serving, based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Protein: 15g (if using chicken or tofu)
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Sugars: 16g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
Note: Nutritional information will vary based on the type of noodles and protein used.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Noodle Choice: You can use ramen, udon, soba, or even rice noodles for this recipe. Choose your favorite or what you have on hand!
- Add Protein: Feel free to add your favorite protein, like shrimp, chicken, or tofu. You can also leave it vegetarian for a lighter option.
- Vegetable Add-ins: Besides bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas, you can add any vegetable you love or have on hand—broccoli, zucchini, or baby corn work great too.
- Customize the Sauce: Want a spicier kick? Add a bit of sriracha or chili flakes to the sauce for some heat.
- Meal Prep: This dish makes for an excellent meal prep option. The noodles and sauce store well in the fridge for up to 3 days, so you can make it ahead and reheat when needed.
🌟 From the Chef – A Personal Touch
I love this recipe because it’s so versatile and quick to make. The balance of savory soy sauce, sweet honey, and the aromatic ginger and garlic in the sauce creates a flavor explosion that pairs perfectly with the tender noodles. I also love that you can customize it to suit your tastes by adding different proteins or vegetables, depending on what’s in season or what you have in your fridge.
When I’m in a rush, this is one of my go-to meals. The fact that it’s all cooked in one pot makes it even better—no need to wash multiple pans after a delicious meal. It’s perfect for both busy weeknights and relaxed weekends when you want something comforting but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
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