Yaki Udon

Boil some water in a large saucepan.

Add 250ml cold water and the udon noodles.

(As they are so thick, adding cold water helps them to cook a little bit slower so the middle cooks through).

If using frozen or fresh noodles, cook for 2 mins or until al dente; dried will take longer, about 5-6 mins. Drain and leave in the colander.

Heat 1 tbsp of the oil, add the onion and cabbage and sauté for 5 mins until softened.

Add the mushrooms and some spring onions, and sauté for 1 more min. Pour in the remaining sesame oil and the noodles.

If using cold noodles, let them heat through before adding the ingredients for the sauce – otherwise tip in straight away and keep stir-frying until sticky and piping hot.

Sprinkle with the remaining spring onions.