Spicy Garlic Noodles with Vegetables
Turn up the heat with these irresistible Spicy Garlic Noodles with Vegetables a bold, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or satisfying late-night cravings. Loaded with colorful veggies, aromatic garlic, and a rich, spicy sauce, this easy noodle recipe delivers the perfect balance of heat, umami, and freshness in every bite.
Ingredients
- For the Noodles
- 250 g egg noodles or wheat noodles
- Water, for boiling
- Salt, as needed
- Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or sesame)
- 1 cup cabbage, thinly sliced
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup spring onions (scallions), chopped
- For the Spicy Garlic Sauce
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
- 1–2 teaspoons chili flakes or chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce or sriracha
- 1 teaspoon vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add chili flakes or paste and stir quickly.
- Toss in vegetables and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but crisp.
- Add soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add cooked noodles and toss until evenly coated in sauce.
- Add spring onions and toss once more.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.