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Asian Garlic Noodles - Easy peasy Asian noodle stir-fry using pantry ingredients that you already have on hand. Quick, no-fuss, and made in less than 30min!

Quick and easy Asian garlic noodles stir-fry made with pantry staples in under 30 minutes – a delicious, no-fuss meal for any night!

Asian Garlic Noodles - Easy peasy Asian noodle stir-fry using pantry ingredients that you already have on hand. Quick, no-fuss, and made in less than 30min!

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Simply delish! I am mid bite writing this review because I am so appreciative of low budget high quality recipes. You have to try this. I didn’t have spaghetti so I subbed chow me in noodles and it did not disappoint. Thank you for such an amazing dish!
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I am such a sucker for any kind of Asian noodles – hot, sticky, cold – you name it. I will eat every single strand of noodle left on my plate, guaranteed. But when you can make a quick noodle stir-fry dish right at home and use up all those lingering veggies in your fridge (perfect for those picky eaters), it’s even better!

Why You’ll Love These Asian Garlic Noodles

  • Quicker (and better) than takeout. Say goodbye to long delivery wait times and cold takeout. Everyone’s favorited asian noodles tastes so much better than takeout, using fresh and better quality ingredients all around. And you can load up on all that extra garlicky goodness.
  • Special ingredients not needed. No need to make that extra grocery run! Use what you have on hand – spaghetti noodles (also linguine, fettuccine or even angel hair) works beautifully here.
  • Flexible recipe. This recipe is incredibly forgiving and flexible. You can keep this completely meatless for vegetarians, or add your favorite protein such as beef or a combination of shrimp and chicken. Have extra veggies in the fridge? Throw them right in for a true clean-out-the-fridge meal.
Asian Garlic Noodles - Easy peasy Asian noodle stir-fry using pantry ingredients that you already have on hand. Quick, no-fuss, and made in less than 30min!

tips and tricks for Making Perfect Asian Garlic Noodles

  • Use reduced sodium soy sauce. Reduced sodium has less sodium and less salt without compromising flavor.
  • Use your favorite protein. Beef, pork, chicken, shrimp or tofu will all work very well here.
  • Add more vegetables. Feel free to add as much or as little vegetables as desired – baby corn, cauliflower, bean sprouts, snow peas, edamame, shredded cabbage or leafy greens are all great additions.
  • Reheat with a splash of broth. Asian garlic noodles makes for great leftovers. Be sure to add a splash of water or stock when reheating (microwave or stovetop works beautifully!).

Best Sides to Serve with Asian Garlic Noodles

Tools For This Recipe

Large cast iron skillet

Asian Garlic Noodles Recipe: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add chicken to this recipe?

Yes! Chicken works wonderfully in this dish. You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Simply cook the chicken first, then toss it into the noodles for added protein.

What noodles are best for Asian Garlic Noodles?

You can use almost any type of noodle, including spaghetti, fettuccine, rice noodles, egg noodles, or udon. The key is to make sure the noodles are able to soak up the flavorful sauce.

What is sambal oelek?

Sambal oelek is ground fresh chile paste and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store. Sriracha can be substituted for sambal oelek.

How can I store leftovers?

Leftovers of Asian garlic noodles can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Be sure to add a little broth or water when reheating to keep them moist.

Can I use gluten-free noodles for this recipe?

Yes! Gluten-free noodles, such as rice noodles or gluten-free spaghetti, work well as a substitute for traditional pasta in this recipe.

How can I make these noodles spicier?

To spice up your Asian garlic noodles, simply add more sambal oelek, sriracha, or some fresh chopped chili peppers to the sauce for an extra kick.

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Asian Garlic Noodles

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Easy peasy Asian noodle stir-fry using pantry ingredients that you already have on hand. Quick, no-fuss, and made in less than 30min!
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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

For the sauce

  • ⅓ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek, or more, to taste*
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Equipment

Instructions

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
  • Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add shrimp and 2 tablespoons soy sauce mixture, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
  • Stir in mushrooms, bell pepper, zucchini and carrot to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in spaghetti, shrimp and remaining soy sauce mixture until well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, if desired.

For the sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, sambal oelek, oyster sauce, ginger and sesame oil.

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Notes

*Sriracha can be substituted.

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