Stir-Fried Chili Garlic Noodles with Baby Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

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A vibrant stir-fry of tender noodles tossed in a spicy garlic sauce with fresh baby spinach for a quick and flavorful meal. This Asian-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs dried rice noodles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz dried rice noodles
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp red chili flakes
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
4 cups baby spinach
2 stalks green onions, sliced
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Soak 8 oz dried rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until pliable, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add the drained noodles to the wok along with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp brown sugar, tossing gently for 2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Stir in 4 cups baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and tender.
Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.