15 Minute Garlic Fried Noodles
User Reviews
4.8
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
325 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
15 Minute Garlic Fried Noodles
Description
This recipe begins by soaking thin rice noodles until just tender, then rinsing them to halt cooking. Butter is melted in a skillet, where minced garlic and most of the chopped green onions are lightly sautéed to release fragrance without browning. Sugar is added and dissolved, followed by soy sauce which simmers briefly to form the flavor base. Adding noodles to this sauce allows them to absorb flavor while frying gently for several minutes.
The result is noodles that carry garlic's aromatic presence, softened by butter and balanced by a touch of sweetness and the umami depth of soy sauce. Topping with reserved green onions and optional chili or hot sauce adds freshness and heat according to preference.
This dish is suitable as a quick side or base for additional protein like shrimp or chicken. Variations in sweetness and fats used can adjust flavor profiles, supported by suggested substitutions.
Ingredients
- 8 oz thin rice noodles 1 MM or S
- 3 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 cup green onion about 2 bunches, diced and divided
- 6-8 cloves garlic minced
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar coconut or light brown sugar. Or you could use hoisin.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari, or a gluten free soy sauce
Instructions
- Soak rice noodles in almost boiling water for 4 minutes until al dente. Drain then rinse with cold water to stop cooking and set aside.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet on medium to high heat. Add about 3/4 cup of the scallions and all of the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
- Add sugar and mix in until it's all incorporated. Add soy sauce and let simmer together for 1 minute.
- Add noodles and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until noodles have fried and absorbed the sauce.
- Plate, top with more green onions, your favorite hot sauce or chili garlic sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust sugar from 1 to 2 tablespoons to control sweetness level to taste.
- Alternative sweeteners like light brown sugar, hoisin sauce, or honey can be used instead of coconut sugar.
- Butter may be substituted with peanut or sesame oil for different flavor nuances.
- Add cooked proteins such as shrimp, chicken, or pork to make the dish more substantial.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 949mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 512IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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