Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
827 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe
Description
Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe combines crushed dried chilies and garlic pounded into a paste, cooked briefly with neutral oil to release flavors, then mixed with oyster sauce, sugar, roasted sesame seeds, and dark soy sauce. These ingredients create a rich, spicy coating for tender cooked rice noodles. The noodles absorb the complex, layered sauce, balancing heat and umami. Sesame seeds add a subtle crunch and aroma to the dish.
The noodles can be enjoyed plain or tossed with cooked vegetables and proteins like pork, chicken, beef, seafood, tofu, or shrimp, giving the dish versatility to match different meal preferences or what you have on hand.
Tips from the recipe notes recommend using the recipe's nutrition card as a guideline and highlight that leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2–3 days. Adding fresh vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or bok choy helps boost texture and nutrition, making this a practical staple for noodle lovers.
Ingredients
- 5 dried chilies large
- 3 dried chilies
- 6 cloves garlic
- 5 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds roasted
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 9 ounces rice noodles
Instructions
- Crush dried chilies into red pepper flakes using a mortar and pestle. Add garlic and pound. A food processor can be used for a quick option.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the chili and garlic paste for 1 minute. Stir in oyster sauce, white sugar, roasted sesame seeds, and dark soy sauce. Cook for an additional minute to meld flavors. Remove from heat afterward.
- Prepare rice noodles as per the package’s directions; once done, drain them.
- Place noodles in a large bowl. Add the spicy chili-garlic mixture, tossing well to ensure an even coating. The noodles can be tossed with any kind of cooked protein and vegetables.
- Serve in individual bowls, garnished with chopped green onions and a dash of toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 2–3 days for best quality.
- Add various cooked vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, bok choy, or mushrooms to customize the dish.
- Incorporate proteins like pork, chicken, beef, seafood, tofu, or shrimp according to your preference.
- Refer to the nutrition card provided in the recipe for dietary guidance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 827 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 827kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 116g | 39% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 973mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 136mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 531IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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