Spicy Noodles | Chili Garlic Noodles Recipe

Spicy Noodles are a quick and easy comforting main course or side dish that packs a punch of flavor and heat. With intense chili and garlic notes that tantalize your tastebuds, you'll be reaching for this dish again and again.

Why You're Going To Love These Chili Garlic Noodles

• Fast. Enjoy a delicious and filling dish in under 30 minutes.
• Easy. Saute the aromatics and veggies, cook the pasta, toss in the sauce, and serve.
• Flavorful. These ingredients create a complex flavor profile that is sweet, savory, spicy, and loaded with umami goodness.
• Vegetarian. A great vegetarian main course or side dish.
• Versatile. Switch up the veggies or spice level for a spicy noodle dish that is perfect for you and your family.

Are Spicy Noodles Healthy?

I've said it many times, but what is considered healthy for one person may not be beneficial for another. The vital thing to consider before indulging in any meal is if it fits into your dietary lifestyle.

These noodles are loaded with veggies, antioxidants from the sesame oil, and peppers that can improve digestion and metabolism.

How Spicy Are These Spicy Noodles?

I'll be honest, my tolerance for heat is pretty high. Any dish I create can almost always be made better with a touch more heat, but I know not everyone will agree with me.

I wanted to make these Chili Garlic noodles walk the line between knock your socks off spicy and making your top lip sweat. I'll give you some tips below to dial the heat level up and down to make them perfect for your palate.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Spaghetti Noodles- you can also substitute your favorite low carb pasta in this recipe for a spicy and low carb option.
• Soy Sauce- For a pop of umami taste.
• Sesame Oil- Adds a toasted flavor to the dish.
• Vegetable Oil- Prevents the noodles from sticking together while they are cooking.
• Chili Garlic Sauce- this gives the majority of the heat to the dish.
• Bell Peppers- Add a variety to give some color to the dish and provides a touch of sweetness.
• Garlic- You can't have Chili Garlic noodles without the garlic.
• Onion- Adds a layer of natural sweetness.
• Chicken Broth- to add depth of flavor to the noodles while cooking.
• Sesame Seeds- For garnish and another element of texture.

How To Make Spicy Noodles

What's not to love about a one-pot dish? These Chili Garlic Noodles are made all in one pot and ready in a flash. Just follow the steps below for a meal that is just as easy to clean up as it is to make:

1. Turn your Instant Pot to saute and wait for it to get hot. Place sesame oil, garlic, diced onion, and peppers in the hot oil and cook until the garlic and onion are translucent.
2. Use chicken broth to deglaze the bottom of the pan. Place chili garlic paste and soy sauce into the broth. Add the noodles (broken in half lengthwise to fit) to the Instant Pot liner, ensuring that you use a criss-cross pattern to prevent sticking.
3. Push the noodles into the broth and add a small amount of vegetable oil on top. DO NOT STIR.
4. Place the Instant Pot lid on the Pot and cook under high pressure.
5. When the cooking time is complete, quickly release the pressure and remove the lid.
6. Allow the noodles to rest for a few minutes to give the sauce a chance to thicken. Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy!

Variations

I like to think of recipes as a building block I provide for you all to create something even more delicious with your imagination. These noodles are the perfect base for so many different possibilities.

If you're wanting to kick up your noodle game a little, here are some different ways to try them:

• Add protein. If you want to bulk up the recipe with some protein, add any variety of pre-cooked meat or plant protein.
• Load it with veggies. Not a fan of eating a huge plate of pasta? Toss in some of your favorite steamed veggies to make the meal more filling without loading up on carbs.
• Sweeten it up. Love the combo of sweet and spicy? Add in some Hoisin sauce or a sprinkle of sugar to offset some of the heat.
• Make it crispy. If you want spicy noodles that remind you of a hibachi-style dish, remove the pasta from the Instant Pot liner after it is cooked. Make sure there is no debris in the liner, press saute, and then add a small amount of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, place a portion of the noodles in the oil and toss them in the hot oil until they are slightly crispy on the edges.

What Do You Eat With Them?

What you choose to eat with these Chili Garlic Noodles all depends on if you're planning on using them as a main course or a side dish. Here are some of my favorite sides and additions to serve alongside them no matter what capacity you intend on serving them in:

• Crab Rangoon
• Egg Rolls
• Gyoza
• Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
• Sesame Ginger Broccoli

How Long Do They Last?

Pasta is one of the most resilient foods to make if you're looking for something to make for meal prep or double a recipe for leftovers. Not only does it maintain its texture well, but it also has a tendency to continue to absorb flavor the longer it rests.

For the best bite, try to enjoy these Spicy Noodles within 4-5 days of preparing them.

Want More Delicious Pasta Recipes?

• Instant Pot Eggplant Pasta
• Mushroom Mascarpone Pasta
• Haluski
• Vegetarian Mushroom Pasta
• Garlic Noodles

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