Garlic Chili Oil Noodles
Garlic Chili Oil Noodles are a simple yet bold dish that's perfect when you want something flavorful and quick. The silky noodles are coated in a spicy, garlicky oil that brings a satisfying heat with every bite.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 459kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup neutral oil like peanut oil or canola oil
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
- 2 tablespoons peanuts finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Sichuan chili powder Gochugaru, or red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried onion
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 ounces wide knife cut noodles
- 2 green onion chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Add the oil to a small pot with the garlic. Heat the oil to 225°F (105°C). Remove from heat and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes.
- In a heat-proof bowl, mix together the peanuts, Sichuan chili powder, dried onions, sesame seeds, soy sauce, brown sugar, paprika and salt.
- Remove the garlic from the oil, then pour it over the spice mixture.
- Cook the noodles for 1 minute less than the package instructs. Reserve 1/4 cup of the starchy water. Drain the noodles.
- Pour the chili oil over the noodles and stir. Add some of the starchy water if the noodles are too dry.
- Serve with green onions and sesame seeds for garnish.
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Notes
- For the most robust flavor, mince fresh garlic instead of using pre-chopped or garlic powder.
- Making the garlic chili oil in advance allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a richer and more aromatic sauce. You can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. If you have the time, making it in advance will just make it better!
- This is a Chinese dish so it calls for Chinese knife-sliced noodles. If you can't find them, try to get another style wide wheat noodles. In a pinch, use Italian pappardelle pasta.
Nutrition
Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1396IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg