Of course, you could serve the noodles just like that. But, our yaki udon recipe, like most, adds a mix of vegetables to the stir-fried noodles to make a really delicious meal.

Gently slide noodles into oil and cook, wiggling them around to separate any that are stuck (this helps them cook into a crisp nest), until golden and crisp around the edges, 6–8 minutes.