Asian Garlic Noodle Bowl (Printable Version)

Tender noodles in rich garlic-butter sauce with soy and toasted sesame flavors.

# What You Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 10 oz wheat noodles (lo mein, spaghetti, or ramen)

→ Sauce

02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or plant-based butter for vegan)
03 - 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
05 - 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (optional)
06 - 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional; mushroom oyster sauce for vegan)
07 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 tsp sugar

→ Toppings & Garnishes

09 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
10 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
11 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
12 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
13 - 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
14 - 1 small carrot, julienned (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Prepare noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet or wok, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant without browning.
03 - Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, toasted sesame oil, and sugar. Stir well to integrate flavors.
04 - Add cooked noodles to skillet, tossing thoroughly to coat evenly with the sauce.
05 - Continue stir-frying for 1 to 2 minutes until noodles are heated through and glossy.
06 - Remove from heat and portion noodles into bowls. Top with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, chili, cilantro, bean sprouts, and julienned carrot as desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in 25 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The garlic butter sauce clings perfectly to every strand
  • Cheap ingredients that transform into something extraordinary
02 -
  • Never let the garlic brown or it will turn bitter and ruin the dish
  • The sauce looks too dark in the pan but tastes perfectly balanced on the noodles
  • Room temperature noodles coat more evenly than piping hot ones
03 -
  • Keep all ingredients measured and ready before you start cooking, the sauce comes together fast
  • Use a wok or your largest skillet to give yourself room to toss properly
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