Spicy Garlic Chilli Noodles
A delightful treat that combines chewy noodles with a potent blend of garlic, chili, and fresh vegetables for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 200 g Noodles (e.g., egg noodles or rice noodles)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1-2 teaspoons Chili powder or fresh chili, to taste
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 cup Fresh vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, broccoli) Chopped
- 1 tablespoon Oil (e.g., vegetable or sesame oil)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 Optional garnishes (e.g., green onions, sesame seeds) Sliced green onions and sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking
- Boil a pot of water and cook the noodles according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it burn.
- Add fresh vegetables and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until they begin to soften but still remain crunchy.
- Add the cooked noodles to the pan. Drizzle soy sauce and sprinkle chili powder or fresh chili over the noodles. Toss everything gently to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients. You can customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of chili powder or fresh chili. This dish pairs well with spring rolls or a fresh salad.