Yakisoba Japanese Street Noodles Recipe & Video
If you’re craving quick and flavorful Japanese street food at home, yakisoba is the answer. This Japanese stir-fried noodle dish is packed with savory, sweet, and tangy flavors—made with chewy noodles, crisp vegetables, and your choice of protein.
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🛒 What is Yakisoba?
Yakisoba (焼きそば) means “fried noodles” in Japanese. Despite the name, the noodles used are actually made from wheat, not buckwheat like soba noodles.
This dish is a popular street food in Japan, especially during festivals, and is often cooked on a griddle (teppan). The combination of smoky noodles, rich sauce, and pickled ginger makes yakisoba an iconic Japanese comfort food.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
For homemade yakisoba, you’ll need simple, accessible ingredients:
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 4 oz pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces (you can substitute with any protein you like)
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced (approximately 2 oz)
- 1 small carrot, thinly sliced (approximately 1 oz)
- 2 large cabbage leaves, cut into bite-sized pieces (approximately 3 oz)
- 1 green onion, cut lengthwise, then into 1-inch pieces
- 5–6 oz fresh pre-cooked yakisoba noodles (or use 2–3 oz dried egg noodles or angel hair pasta, cooked according to the package instructions)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Aonori (green seaweed powder), for garnish
- Benishoga (shredded pickled ginger), for garnish
🥣 Homemade Yakisoba Sauce Recipe
If you don’t have the store-bought sauce, here’s how to make your own yakisoba sauce from scratch with pantry staples:
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (Japanese Bulldog brand recommended)
- 3 tbsp water
📌 Tips for the Best Yakisoba
- Use high heat to get that signature smoky flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if needed.
- Fresh noodles work best, but dried or frozen noodles can also be used.
❓ FAQ
Can I make yakisoba vegetarian?
Yes! Just skip the meat and use tofu or more veggies. Be sure your sauce doesn’t include oyster sauce.
What noodles are used for yakisoba?
Japanese yakisoba noodles are made from wheat and often found in the refrigerated section. You can also use ramen or even spaghetti in a pinch.
What does yakisoba taste like?
It’s savory, slightly sweet, tangy, and full of umami—similar to a sweetened soy-Worcestershire blend.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve yakisoba hot, straight from the pan, with:
- Pickled ginger (benishoga)
- Japanese mayo drizzle
- A cold beer for a street vibe or green tea for more comfort
📌 There You Have It!
If you spot a Japanese Yakisoba package in the refrigerated section of your local Asian grocery store, definitely grab it! It usually comes with pre-cooked fresh yakisoba noodles and a dry sauce packet. You can absolutely use the included sauce, but I’m also sharing a homemade version so you can make it from scratch—even if you don’t have the package. 😊
Yakisoba is one of the easiest Japanese recipes you can make at home. Whether you’re craving takeout-style noodles or need a quick weeknight dinner, this dish hits the spot every time. Try it and let me know how it turns out!
Yakisoba
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 2
Ingredients
Homemade Yakisoba Sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (Japanese Bulldog brand recommended)
- 3 tbsp water
Stir-Fry
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 4 oz pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces (you can substitute with any protein you like)
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced (approximately 2 oz)
- 1 small carrot, thinly sliced (approximately 1 oz)
- 2 large cabbage leaves, cut into bite-sized pieces (approximately 3 oz)
- 1 green onion, cut lengthwise, then into 1-inch pieces
- 5-6 oz fresh pre-cooked yakisoba noodles (or use 2-3 oz dried egg noodles or angel hair pasta, cooked according to the package instructions)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Aonori (green seaweed powder), for garnish
- Benishoga (shredded pickled ginger), for garnish
For The Garnish
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients for sauce and set aside. (If you are using dried or raw noodles that cooked right before make yakisoba, then omit water)
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; add oil and swirl to coat. Add pork and cook until pork edges are golden, about 2 minutes.
- Add all vegetables (onion, carrot, cabbage and green onion), season with pinch of salt and pepper. Cook them until soften about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Push vegetables and pork to edge of skillet to make a room for noodles. Place noodles and let it brown up about 1 minute each side, so this way noodles will have nice crunch bites here and there.
- Pour sauce and let noodles to loosen, about 2 minutes. Stir constantly.
- Transfer yakisoba to a serving plate and garnish with aomori and benishoga to your taste. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
6 comments
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Do you know of any place online where I can buy the Maruchan Stir Fry Noodles? I before I moved I could find them in almost any grocery store but the town I’m in now doesn’t sell them anywhere and I’ve gone to every Asian market. I’ve tried the homemade sauce but I actually prefer the seasoning packets probably because I’ve always had them that way.
I would suggest looking on amazon!
I tried amazon and had no luck. Even online Asian grocery stores don’t carry it 🙁