Garlic Chili Oil Noodles: A 10-Minute Flavor Explosion

This Garlic Chili Oil Noodles recipe delivers bold flavors in just 10 minutes, making it a perfect vegan meal alternative to fast food.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

2 servings Noodles Use your choice of noodles; rice noodles for gluten-free

For the Flavor Base

4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is essential
3 tablespoons Chili Oil Choose oil with sediment for a richer kick
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Regular or gluten-free
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Sugar Consider brown sugar or coconut sugar
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Toasted sesame oil enhances flavor
1 teaspoon Salt Optional

For the Garnish

2 tablespoons Chopped Scallions Provides color and sharp note
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Adds flavor and crunch

Equipment

large pot
Colander
mixing bowl
skillet
Tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add noodles. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until well incorporated.
In a skillet, pour chili oil and heat over medium-low until it shimmers, about 2-3 minutes.
Add drained noodles into the mixing bowl with flavor base and pour hot chili oil over. Toss to combine.
Divide noodles into bowls and top with scallions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite proteins or veggies. Keep ingredients prepped for quicker cooking.

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