20 Minute Sweet and Spicy Noodles
User Reviews
4.7
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
584 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
20 Minute Sweet and Spicy Noodles
Description
The recipe starts by cooking rice noodles or linguine-type pasta until al dente, providing a tender yet firm base. A sauce is made by mixing soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, chili garlic sauce, and red pepper flakes to deliver a combination of savory, sweet, and mildly spicy flavors.
Garlic is sautéed briefly in sesame oil to release aroma without burning, then combined with the sauce to coat the noodles thoroughly once drained. The addition of fresh shredded carrots and crunchy roasted salted peanuts introduces sweet and nutty contrasts, while cilantro and green onion provide fresh herbaceous notes. Sriracha can be added for an adjustable spicy kick.
This dish is versatile, enjoyable on its own as a quick meal or easily enhanced with protein or extra vegetables if desired. The combination of textures and bold flavors makes it a satisfying choice for a fast weekday dinner or lunch option.
Choosing a lighter sesame oil for cooking instead of a darker toasted version avoids bitterness. Doubling the sauce is recommended if adding extra proteins or vegetables for sufficient flavor coverage.
Ingredients
- 16 oz rice noodle or regular pasta, linguine type
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Chili garlic sauce
- 2 -3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes to taste
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 2 cups carrot approximately 2 large, shredded
- 1 cup peanuts roasted, salted
- 1/2 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onion chopped
- Sriracha sauce to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook noodles until al dente, approximately 6 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prep your veggies / garnishes. In a small bowl mix soy sauce, hoisin, honey, chili garlic sauce, and red pepper flakes.
- A couple of minutes before the noodles are done, in a large saute pan, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds. Be sure it doesn't burn! Add sauce and stir.
- When noodles are done, drain and add immediately to pan with sauce and stir until the noodles are well coated.
- Top with carrots, peanuts, cilantro, green onion, and Sriracha. Mix and serve!
Notes
- Use regular sesame oil for cooking to avoid bitter flavors; reserve toasted sesame oil for finishing touches.
- Add protein such as shrimp, tofu, or chicken by cooking it first in sesame oil before preparing noodles.
- Include extra vegetables by cooking them in sesame oil before combining with noodles.
- If adding protein or vegetables, increase the sauce quantity at least twofold to ensure adequate coating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 584 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 584kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 88g | 29% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 990mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 391mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 7275IU | 146% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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