Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions
An easy and flavorful noodle dish with aromatic garlic, spicy chili, and fresh scallions that you can whip up in under 15 minutes. This Asian Fusion-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs spaghetti noodles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, 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 spaghetti noodles
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 cloves, finely minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
- 1 tsp sesame oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of spaghetti noodles and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 5 finely minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden but not burnt.
- Step 3: Lower heat to medium, add the cooked noodles to the skillet along with 3 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon brown sugar, tossing continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the noodles.
- Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 4 thinly sliced scallions and 1 teaspoon sesame oil, tossing to combine before serving hot.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions?
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 spaghetti noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions?
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 Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.
Is Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Noodles with Chili and Scallions vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
