Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles
A minimalist dish celebrating the pure, unadulterated joy of perfectly cooked noodles with just three ingredients. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 15 minutes pairs (225g) Egg noodles, Unsalted butter, Sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225g) Egg noodles
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp, toasted Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 1/4 tsp kosher salt and 225g egg noodles, stirring immediately to separate strands. Cook for 6-7 minutes until al dente, testing at 6 minutes.
- Step 2: While noodles cook, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp sesame oil and cook for 1 minute until butter foams slightly and smells nutty.
- Step 3: Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain noodles. Immediately transfer to a serving bowl and pour the hot butter-sesame oil mixture over them. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until noodles are evenly coated and glossy.
- Step 4: Season with an additional pinch of kosher salt if needed, then sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately while hot, with no additional garnishes to preserve authenticity.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (225g) egg noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Buttered Egg Noodles?
Asian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
