Garlic Sesame Noodles
A simple yet delightful dish, Garlic Sesame Noodles are perfect for any night of the week. This recipe combines nostalgic flavors with quick preparation, making it a favorite for busy evenings and last-minute gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz noodles (spaghetti or soba)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Vegetables or protein of choice (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, tofu)
Instructions
- Boil the Noodles: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Once boiling, toss in your noodles of choice. Cook them according to the package instructions until they’re al dente.
- Prepare Your Veggies/Protein: Chop up your vegetables or protein into bite-sized pieces. Stir-fry in sesame oil until tender if using hearty vegetables.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together the sesame oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Combine Everything: Drain the noodles, return them to the pot (off the heat), and pour the sauce over. Toss well and add veggies or protein.
- Garnish & Serve: Plate the noodles and top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the vegetables and proteins used based on what’s in your fridge. This dish is very versatile!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Garlic Noodles, Easy Dinner, Vegetarian Noodles, Asian Cuisine