Spicy Noodles
Quick and flavorful spicy noodles made with garlic, chili oil, and soy sauce. A perfectly balanced dish with heat, sweetness, and umami that comes together in minutes.
Equipment
- pot
- pan or wok
- mixing bowl
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
- 200 g noodles (ramen, udon, or wheat)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili oil with flakes
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- optional toppings: fried egg, vegetables, chicken, tofu
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until just tender, then drain and reserve some cooking water.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chili oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sauté garlic and scallions until fragrant.
- Add cooked noodles to the pan and pour in the sauce.
- Toss quickly to coat noodles evenly, adding a splash of reserved noodle water if needed.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy.
- Serve immediately with optional toppings.
Notes
Adjust spice level with chili oil or flakes. Use noodle cooking water to loosen sauce if needed. Work quickly when stir-frying. Add protein or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg