A backpacker’s bite turned forever favourite.
Spicy Garlic Noodles might just be the simplest Asian dish I know — but don’t let that fool you. This fiery, garlicky tangle of noodles has followed me across borders, eaten hot off plastic plates in Bangkok, Jakarta, Saigon… almost every street kitchen has their version.
It’s cheap, cheerful, and ridiculously easy to make — especially if you whip up your own noodles like I do. All you need is pocket change and a craving for something bold, salty, spicy, and comforting.
I learnt to make this years ago, and it’s never left my kitchen since. Whether you’re broke, busy, or just hungry, this is the dish that shows up and delivers.
🖤 Why you’ll love this recipe:
- Cooked in minutes with pantry ingredients
- Big garlicky flavour, little effort
Spicy Garlic Noodles
Ingredients
- 200g egg noodles (or rice noodles)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 spring onions, sliced
Optional toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Crushed peanuts
- Lime wedge
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to packet instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a pan on medium. Add chili oil and garlic — sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil. Stir to combine.
- Toss in noodles and coat evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with spring onions and any optional extras.
⏱ Time & Servings
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Cook time: 10 mins
- Serves: 2
Nutrition (per serve)
- Calories: 430
- Protein: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fat: 18g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
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