Garlic-Sesame Noodles with Scallions and Chili Oil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Tender wheat noodles tossed in a savory garlic-sesame sauce with fresh scallions and a drizzle of spicy chili oil. This Asian Fusion-inspired noodle recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs wheat noodles, sesame oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz wheat noodles
3 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves minced garlic
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp chili oil
1/2 cup chopped scallions
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 12 oz wheat noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp sesame oil, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp chili oil until sugar dissolves and sauce is well combined.
Step 3: Add the drained noodles to the bowl with sauce. Toss vigorously until every strand is coated and noodles are glossy.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup chopped scallions and 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if you want extra heat.
Step 5: Serve noodles warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side or light main dish.