Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe
A flavorful and spicy Chili Garlic Noodles recipe featuring tender noodles tossed in a savory homemade chili-garlic sauce with a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tanginess. This quick stovetop dish is garnished with fresh green onions and toasted sesame seeds, making it a perfect meal for spice lovers.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Noodles
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Cook Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir well to combine with the garlic and ginger.
- Simmer Sauce: Add water and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce.
- Heat Through: Continue tossing the noodles until heated through, then remove the skillet from the heat.
- Serve: Transfer the chili garlic noodles to a serving plate.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top before serving. Enjoy your delicious Chili Garlic Noodles!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili paste and red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.
- Use any type of noodles you prefer, such as ramen, spaghetti, or rice noodles.
- For added protein, consider adding tofu, chicken, or shrimp while sautéing the garlic and ginger.
- Sesame seeds can be lightly toasted beforehand for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best texture as noodles can soften if left to sit too long.
Keywords: chili garlic noodles, spicy noodles, Asian noodles, quick dinner, stovetop noodle recipe