Napolitan-Style Stir-Fried Udon Noodles - Great for Lunch, Great for Kids

1. 1

   Cut the vegetables into small pieces so that they cook through faster (remove the stems of the mushrooms, and separate them).

2. 2

   Cut the bacon into thin strips, and thinly slice the garlic.

3. 3

   Place the frozen udon noodles on a heatproof plate, loosely cover with plastic wrap, and microwave for about 7 minutes at 500 W.

4. 4

   In the mean time...Heat the butter in a frying pan, and saute the Step 2 garlic over low heat.

5. 5

   When fragrant, turn up the heat to medium, and stir-fry the Step 2 bacon.

6. 6

   When the bacon is browned, add the Step 1 vegetables, and continue stir-frying.

7. 7

   When the vegetables are cooked through, add the Step 3 udon noodles, and turn up the heat to medium-high.

8. 8

   Sprinkle with sake, and stir-fry the udon noodles while separating them.

9. 9

   Add the ketchup and mix until even coated.

10. 10

    Add the Japanese Worcestershire-style sauce, quickly mix, and season with salt and pepper.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with the ingredients if you like and you're done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.