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10-Minute Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe

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Enjoy a quick and flavorful 10-minute Chilli Garlic Noodles recipe that delivers perfect comfort food with a spicy, garlicky twist. This simple stir-fried noodle dish combines aromatic ingredients like coriander, spring onions, and a spicy chilli garlic sauce for a satisfying and easy meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 200 grams Dried Wheat Noodles (Can be substituted with fresh wheat noodles for better texture)
  • 2 tablespoons Coriander (Finely chopped. Use parsley if coriander isn’t available)
  • 2 tablespoons Spring Onions (Finely chopped. Shallots can be used as a substitute)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon Chilli Powder/Flakes (Adjust to suit your taste or replace with fresh chillies)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced. No direct substitute; can use garlic powder in a pinch)
  • 1 teaspoon White Sugar (Can be substituted with honey or coconut sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Tasting Oil (Used for sautéing; peanut oil also works well)
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Use low-sodium for a healthier option)
  • 1 tablespoon Black Vinegar (Rice wine vinegar can be a substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (Adds rich aroma; use in small amounts)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce Mixture: In a heatproof bowl, combine the chilli powder, minced garlic, and white sugar to create the base of the sauce.
  2. Heat the Oil: Pour the neutral tasting oil into a saucepan and heat until it is very hot but not smoking.
  3. Infuse the Sauce: Carefully pour the hot oil over the chilli garlic sugar mixture in the bowl, stirring well to meld the flavors and slightly cook the garlic.
  4. Add Seasonings: Mix in the soy sauce, black vinegar, and sesame oil to enhance the sauce’s complexity and richness.
  5. Cook the Noodles: Boil the dried wheat noodles in a pot following the package instructions until tender, usually about 3-5 minutes depending on the noodles.
  6. Toss the Noodles: Drain the cooked noodles thoroughly and transfer them into the bowls with the prepared sauce, tossing well to evenly coat each strand with the flavorful sauce.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the finely chopped coriander and spring onions over the noodles as a fresh and aromatic garnish before serving immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the chilli powder or flakes quantity to suit your preferred spice level.
  • For gluten-free variation, substitute wheat noodles with rice noodles and check soy sauce for gluten content.
  • Using fresh wheat noodles can enhance texture but dried noodles are a convenient alternative.
  • If black vinegar is unavailable, rice wine vinegar adds a similar tangy note.
  • To add protein, consider tossing in cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp after the noodles are coated.

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