Savory Shrimp and Scallop Udon

Ingredients

Udon noodles

8 ounces

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

Scallops

1 pound

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, minced

Chicken broth

2 cups

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Mirin

1 tablespoon

Fish sauce

1 tablespoon

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon (optional, for heat)

Green onions

2, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
4. Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turns pink and the scallops are opaque.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, fish sauce, and chicken broth until well combined.
6. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the shrimp and scallops, and bring it to a gentle simmer.
7. Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the sauce and mix with the seafood.
8. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the noodles are heated through and the flavors meld together.
9. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
10. Serve the shrimp and scallop udon in warm bowls, garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added spice.