Spicy Garlic Noodles
Spicy Garlic Noodles are full of garlicky flavor, highlight the crunch of fresh cabbage and carrots, and give a warm punch of spice.
Servings: 4
Calories: 312kcal
Ingredients
For the Noodles
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 4 large cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1-2 cups julienned carrots
- 4 cups shredded or sliced cabbage
- 8 oz rice noodles 1/2 lb
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang or sambal oelek
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil to finish
To Garnish
- green onions sliced
- toasted sesame seeds
- sriracha hot sauce
Instructions
- Soak the noodles in warm water about 6-8 minutes. Don't soak in hot water or they will be mushy.
- Make the sauce by combining all ingredients except the cornstarch and water, and whisking together. Set aside.
- Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 5-6 minutes, until softened but not browned.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the carrot and cabbage and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened but still having a crunchy bite to them.
- Mix together with cornstarch and cold water. Add the sauce, the cornstarch mixture, and the noodles. Stir. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring until the sauce has thickened and everything is covered in the sauce.
- Turn the heat off and add the sesame oil.
- Serve and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds and sriracha hot sauce.
Notes
Substitutions - Try Sambal Oelek or Sriracha hot sauce in place of the Gochujang paste if you can't find it.
Storage - Stores in the fridge in a container with a lid for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave on reheat setting for a few minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g
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