Description
A fiery and flavorful noodle dish featuring bold Szechuan chili oil, fresh garlic, and a rich umami-packed sauce. These Spicy Szechuan Garlic Noodles are quick to make, intensely satisfying, and perfect for weeknight dinners or last-minute cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dry wheat noodles
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan chili oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Heat a small saucepan over low heat and bring water to a boil in a separate pot.
- In the saucepan, combine soy sauce, chili oil, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and warm gently.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain without rinsing.
- Place noodles in a large bowl and pour the warm sauce over them.
- Toss noodles well using tongs or chopsticks to coat evenly.
- Top with sliced green onions and extra chili flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by starting with less chili oil and tasting as you go.
- Don’t rinse the noodles so the sauce sticks better.
- To make ahead, prepare the sauce and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spicy noodles, szechuan noodles, garlic noodles, vegetarian asian recipes, quick noodle dinner