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This image shows a plate of creamy garlic noodles served on a white round plate, topped with minced garlic, chopped spring onions, and a sprinkle of chili flakes, creating a visually appealing and flavorful dish.

Garlic Noodles Recipe

This quick and easy recipe combines silky noodles with a rich, garlicky sauce infused with soy, tahini, and a touch of heat from chili flakes. Perfect for a satisfying meal in minutes, it’s bursting with flavor and requires minimal effort or equipment.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 1 person
Calories 725 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Noodle strainer or colander
  • Chopsticks (optional, for oil test)
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp vegetable/sunflower oil
  • Pinch sugar (optional)
  • 1 tbsp light soy
  • 1 spring onion, finely chopped
  • ½ tbsp dark soy
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • ¾ tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 100 g noodles (dry weight), cooked

Instructions
 

  • Place minced garlic, chopped spring onions, and chili flakes in a medium bowl.
    This image shows minced garlic and finely chopped spring onions placed in a bowl, being prepared as the base for the garlic mixture used in the creamy garlic noodles recipe.
  • Heat oil in a small saucepan over high heat until sizzling hot (test with a chopstick; the oil should sizzle).
    This image shows oil being heated in a small pan on a stovetop, creating the sizzling base needed to bring out the flavors of the garlic mixture for the creamy garlic noodles.
  • Carefully pour the hot oil over the garlic mixture and stir to combine.
    This image shows hot oil being poured over a bowl of minced garlic and chopped spring onions, sizzling and releasing a burst of aromatic flavors to form the garlic noodle sauce base.
  • Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, white wine vinegar, tahini, and a pinch of sugar, mixing until smooth.
    This image shows the garlic mixture being combined with additional sauce ingredients in a bowl, creating a smooth and flavorful sauce for tossing the noodles.
  • Cook the noodles according to package instructions and drain them well.
    This image shows freshly cooked noodles being drained in a colander, ready to be tossed in the creamy garlic sauce for a delicious and comforting dish.
  • Toss the cooked noodles in the prepared sauce, ensuring they are evenly coated.
    This image shows the cooked noodles being thoroughly tossed in the creamy garlic sauce, ensuring every strand is evenly coated with the rich and flavorful mixture.
  • Serve the creamy garlic noodles with a sprinkle of chili flakes on top.
    This image shows a plate of creamy garlic noodles ready to be enjoyed, garnished with vibrant spring onions and chili flakes, making it a visually stunning and delicious meal.

Notes

  • Adjust the chili flakes to suit your preferred spice level.
  • Use fresh, high-quality garlic for the best flavor.