Spicy Sriracha Noodles
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
397 kcal
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Cuisine
Asian, International, Vegetarian
Spicy Sriracha Noodles
Description
This recipe creates a spicy noodle dish by first preparing a sauce mixing brown sugar, soy sauce, and sriracha, offering a sweet-heat balance. Lo mein noodles are boiled until tender and drained. Meanwhile, eggs are lightly scrambled with butter and crushed red pepper for a hint of spice and richness.
The cooked noodles are combined with the eggs in a skillet, then coated thoroughly with the prepared sauce. Topping the noodles with fresh cilantro and sliced green onion adds brightness and herbal notes. The noodles are soft and coated with a flavorful sauce that clings to the egg and noodles alike.
This dish works well as a quick, comforting lunch or dinner when craving noodles with a spicy and slightly sweet flavor profile. The sriracha gives moderate heat, tempered by the brown sugar's sweetness. Fresh herbs offer a fresh contrast to the cooked noodles.
Ingredients
- 4 oz. lo mein noodles $1.30
- 2 Tbsp butter $0.20
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper $0.02
- 2 large egg $0.42
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar $0.08
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce $0.06
- 2 Tbsp sriracha $0.22
- 1 handful cilantro $0.10, fresh, optional
- 1 green onion $0.10, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce for the noodles. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, soy sauce, and sriracha. Set the sauce aside.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil for the noodles. Once boiling, add the noodles and boil until tender. Drain the noodles in a colander.
- While waiting for the water to boil, crack two eggs into a bowl then whisk lightly.
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the eggs and crushed pepper and lightly scramble the eggs. Avoid over cooking the eggs.
- Once the noodles have drained, add them to the skillet with the eggs, then drizzle the sauce over top. Toss the noodles and eggs to coat in the sauce.
- Top the noodles with fresh cilantro and sliced green onion, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 397kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Sodium | 1197mg | 50% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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