Chilli Garlic Noodles

Chilli Garlic Noodles are a spicy, flavorful dish popular in Indo-Chinese cuisine, blending fiery chili peppers, aromatic garlic, and stir-fried noodles.

This quick stir-fry is perfect for a weeknight meal or whenever you crave a bold, restaurant-style dish at home.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large pot for boiling noodles
• Wok or large skillet
• Cutting board and knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients Overview

• Noodles: Use chow mein noodles, thin spaghetti, or your preferred variety.
• Garlic and chilies: The stars of the dish, providing the signature heat and aroma.
• Vegetables: Bell peppers, onions, carrots, or cabbage add color and crunch.
• Sauces: Soy sauce, chili sauce, and a touch of vinegar or lime juice create a tangy, spicy stir-fry sauce.

Ingredients

• 8 oz noodles (chow mein, spaghetti, or similar)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
• 4–5 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
• 1–2 fresh chilies (like red Thai chilies or serrano), finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (sliced bell peppers, onions, carrots, cabbage, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or light)
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce (such as Sriracha or chili garlic sauce, adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon vinegar or lime juice (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Optional garnish: sliced green onions or sesame seeds

Directions

1. Cook the noodles Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water to stop cooking, and set aside.
2. Heat the wok In a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the vegetable oil.
3. Sauté garlic and chilies Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to let them burn.
4. Add vegetables Toss in the sliced vegetables. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, keeping them slightly crunchy.
5. Combine noodles and sauce Add the cooked noodles to the wok. Drizzle in soy sauce, chili sauce, and vinegar or lime juice (if using). Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, ensuring the noodles are well coated and heated through. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Serve Transfer the chilli garlic noodles to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10–12 minutes

Total Time

20–22 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, ~4 servings)

• Calories: ~250
• Protein: ~6g
• Fat: ~7g
• Carbohydrates: ~40g
• Fiber: ~3g

Expert Tips

• Adjust spice level Increase or decrease chilies and chili sauce to suit your preference.
• Use high heat A quick, hot stir-fry helps maintain the vegetables’ crunch and prevents soggy noodles.
• Noodle prep Rinsing noodles in cold water after cooking stops the cooking process and prevents clumping.

FAQs

Can I use leftover cooked noodles?

Yes, simply toss them in the wok. Warm them thoroughly while stir-frying.

What if I don’t have fresh chilies?

Use dried red chili flakes or chili powder, adjusting to taste.

How to make it gluten-free?

Opt for rice noodles or a gluten-free noodle variety and use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.

Storing & Reheating

• Storing Cool and refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheating Warm in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of water or oil if the noodles appear dry.

Substitutions & Variations

• Protein Stir in cooked chicken, tofu, shrimp, or eggs for a heartier meal.
• Sauce swap Try hoisin sauce or oyster sauce (if not vegetarian) for a richer flavor.
• Extra veggies Include mushrooms, bean sprouts, or bok choy for more variety.
  Enjoy these Chilli Garlic Noodles whenever you want a quick, spicy stir-fry full of punchy flavors and vibrant colors.

Chilli Garlic Noodles

Chilli Garlic Noodles are a spicy, flavorful dish popular in Indo-Chinese cuisine, blending fiery chili peppers, aromatic garlic, and stir-fried noodles.

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Equipment

• - Large pot for boiling noodles
• - Wok or large skillet
• - Cutting board and knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

  

• - 8 oz noodles chow mein, spaghetti, or similar
• - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil
• - 4–5 cloves garlic minced or finely chopped
• - 1–2 fresh chilies like red Thai chilies or serrano, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• - 1 cup mixed vegetables sliced bell peppers, onions, carrots, cabbage, etc.
• - 2 tablespoons soy sauce regular or light
• - 1 tablespoon chili sauce such as Sriracha or chili garlic sauce, adjust to taste
• - 1 teaspoon vinegar or lime juice optional
• - Salt and black pepper to taste
• - Optional garnish: sliced green onions or sesame seeds

Instructions

 

• **Cook the noodles** Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water to stop cooking, and set aside.
• **Heat the wok** In a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the vegetable oil.
• **Sauté garlic and chilies** Add the minced garlic and chopped chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to let them burn.
• **Add vegetables** Toss in the sliced vegetables. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, keeping them slightly crunchy.
• **Combine noodles and sauce** Add the cooked noodles to the wok. Drizzle in soy sauce, chili sauce, and vinegar or lime juice (if using). Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, ensuring the noodles are well coated and heated through. Season with salt and black pepper.
• **Serve** Transfer the chilli garlic noodles to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.