Teriyaki BBQ Pork Yakisoba

Here’s a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings together the best of Japanese and American flavors—Teriyaki BBQ Pork Yakisoba! This stir-fried noodle dish features tender pork coated in a smoky-sweet BBQ-teriyaki glaze, tossed with fresh vegetables and chewy yakisoba noodles. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual get-together, this dish balances savory, sweet, and umami flavors in every bite.

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Teriyaki BBQ Pork Yakisoba

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Japanese

Servings 4

Equipment

• Large skillet or wok
• Tongs or chopsticks for tossing noodles
• Small mixing bowl for sauce
• Cutting board & knife

Ingredients

  

For the Pork & Sauce

• 1 lb pork shoulder thinly sliced
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
• 2 tbsp BBQ sauce hickory or honey BBQ works well
• 1 tbsp mirin optional, for depth
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Yakisoba

• 2 packs yakisoba noodles pre-cooked or fresh
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• ½ onion thinly sliced
• 1 cup cabbage shredded
• 1 small carrot julienned
• ½ cup bell peppers thinly sliced
• 2 green onions chopped
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce optional, for extra umami
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• Toasted sesame seeds & nori strips for garnish

Instructions

 

Marinate the pork

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, BBQ sauce, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Add the sliced pork and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
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Prepare the noodles

1. If using pre-cooked yakisoba, rinse them under warm water to loosen. If using fresh, cook them according to package instructions and drain.

Sear the pork

1. Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and stir-fry until browned and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Stir-fry the veggies

1. In the same pan, add onions, carrots, bell peppers, and cabbage. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
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Toss in the noodles

1. Add the yakisoba noodles to the pan. Drizzle in oyster sauce and sesame oil, then toss to combine.

Finish with sauce & pork

1. Return the pork to the pan and pour in any leftover marinade. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.

Serve & garnish

1. Transfer to plates, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, green onions, and nori strips for extra flavor.

Pairings

• Drink: A cold Japanese beer (like Sapporo) or iced green tea
• Side: A simple miso soup or cucumber sunomono salad for a refreshing contrast
• Extra Protein: A fried egg on top adds richness

FAQs

1. What cut of pork is best?

Pork shoulder (or pork butt) is ideal because it’s tender and flavorful when stir-fried. If you prefer leaner meat, pork loin or tenderloin works too.

2. Can I use a different type of noodle?

Absolutely! You can swap yakisoba for ramen noodles, udon, or even spaghetti in a pinch.

3. Is this dish spicy?

Not by default, but you can add a drizzle of sriracha or chili oil if you like some heat.