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Christmas Chilli Crisp Noodles


  • Author: Shirley
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Noodles

  • 12 oz egg noodles (or any noodles of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chili crisp sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (for a touch of sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Noodles

  1. Boil the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

  1. Sauté the Garlic and Ginger: In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Cook the Vegetables: Add the red bell pepper, green beans, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.

Make the Sauce

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili crisp sauce, and honey until well combined.
  2. Combine the Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss everything together, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated.

Serve and Garnish

  1. Garnish the Dish: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and fresh cilantro (if using) on top of the noodles.
  2. Serve Immediately: Enjoy these vibrant, spicy noodles right away, and savor the burst of flavors.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 8g