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Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles That Jazz Up Your Weeknight Meals

Quick and customizable Garlic Chili Oil Noodles that are vegan-friendly and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 2 servings noodles any noodles, rice noodles for gluten-free option
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 tablespoons minced garlic fresh garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chili oil with sediment for richer taste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar apple cider vinegar can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon sugar brown sugar or coconut sugar can be used
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil toasted for extra flavor
  • 1 pinch salt omit if using soy sauce
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped scallions adds color and sharpness
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for crunch and nutty flavor

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small saucepan
  • chopsticks or tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add noodles, and cook according to package instructions (5-7 minutes), then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a heatproof mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; stir until well combined.
  3. In a small saucepan, heat chili oil over medium heat until shimmery (3-4 minutes), then pour over garlic mixture.
  4. Add warm noodles to garlic oil mixture; toss with chopsticks or tongs for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Plate noodles and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or proteins like tofu for a heartier dish. Always use fresh garlic for best flavor.

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