Aromatic Garlic Chili Noodles Recipe
Aromatic Garlic Chilli Noodles deliver a flavorful and spicy twist on classic noodles, combining the pungent aroma of garlic with the heat of chili and the umami depth of soy sauce and vinegar. Perfect as a quick, satisfying, and vibrant meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 200g dried noodles
Sauce & Flavorings
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1–2 fresh red chilies, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the garlic and chili: While the noodles cook, finely mince the garlic and slice the red chilies thinly. Adjust the amount of chili depending on your preferred spice level.
- Sauté garlic and chili: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced chilies, sautéing gently until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it becomes bitter.
- Toss noodles in sauce: Add the cooked and drained noodles into the skillet with the garlic and chili. Pour in the soy sauce and rice vinegar, then toss everything together over medium heat until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve hot: Remove from heat and serve the aromatic garlic chili noodles immediately to enjoy their full vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Adjust the chili quantity to control the spice level according to your palate.
- Use fresh garlic and chilies for the best flavor impact.
- You can add vegetables or protein like tofu or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
- Rice vinegar can be substituted with white vinegar or lime juice if unavailable.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free noodles and soy sauce.
Keywords: garlic chili noodles, spicy noodles, soy sauce noodles, quick noodle recipe, Asian noodles
