Description
Chili Garlic Udon Noodles are the perfect weeknight meal that combines bold flavors and quick preparation. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a savory bowl of umami-packed noodles that deliver a delightful kick from garlic and chili oil. This simple recipe is not only satisfying but also highly customizable—add your choice of proteins or vegetables to make it your own. Ideal for busy evenings or impressing guests, these noodles guarantee a delicious experience every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g udon noodles
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 thumb fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp granola or peanut oil
- 1 egg (optional garnish)
- Sliced spring onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Mince garlic and ginger, combining them in a heatproof bowl with chili oil, chili flakes, salt, and sesame seeds.
- Heat granola or peanut oil in a small saucepan until slightly smoking; pour over the garlic mixture.
- Add soy sauce, dark rice vinegar, and pure sesame oil to the mixture; stir well.
- Cook udon noodles according to package instructions; drain thoroughly.
- Toss the drained noodles with the garlic-chili mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve topped with a fried egg and garnished with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 186mg