Description
Irresistible garlic noodles dance with bold Asian-inspired flavors, bringing comfort and excitement to your dinner table. Savory umami notes and silky noodles promise a delightful culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Noodle Ingredients:
- 8 oz (226 g) egg noodles or spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter
Garnish and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp (5 ml) red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, preparing to cook the noodles until they reach al dente perfection.
- While the water heats, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and melted butter in a separate mixing bowl to create a harmonious sauce.
- Drop the noodles into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until tender yet firm.
- In a separate skillet, sauté minced garlic over medium heat for 30-45 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence without burning.
- Drain the cooked noodles, reserving a small amount of pasta water for potential sauce adjustment.
- Transfer the hot noodles directly into the skillet with garlic, pouring the prepared sauce over them and tossing thoroughly to ensure complete coating.
- If the sauce seems too thick, incorporate a splash of reserved pasta water to achieve a silky, smooth consistency.
- Plate the garlicky noodles and generously sprinkle with chopped green onions, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, allowing the robust garlic and savory sauce flavors to tantalize the palate.
Notes
- Boost flavor intensity by toasting minced garlic in oil until golden brown for deeper, nuttier undertones.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding sriracha for spice enthusiasts who crave extra kick.
- Keep pasta water as a secret weapon for creating silky, perfectly coated noodles with restaurant-quality sauce consistency.
- Transform dish into gluten-free version by substituting regular noodles with rice or chickpea pasta alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 778 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg