Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables

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A savory and spicy stir-fry featuring tender noodles tossed with crisp vegetables and a fragrant garlic chili sauce. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs rice noodles, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until pliable, then drain well.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 thinly sliced medium bell pepper, and 1 cup trimmed snap peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained noodles to the wok along with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Toss everything together for 2 minutes, allowing the noodles to heat through and absorb the sauce.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 chopped green onions. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 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 Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables?

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 rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables?

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 Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Noodles with Mixed Vegetables 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.

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