Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili
Delicately stir-fried rice noodles tossed with fragrant garlic, fresh chili, and a savory soy sauce glaze for a quick Asian-inspired meal. This asian-inspired pasta (vegan) ready in about 35 minutes pairs rice noodles, vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 rice noodles
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1, thinly sliced fresh red chili
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 stalks, chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- to taste salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 8 oz rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until pliable but not mushy, then drain well.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 thinly sliced fresh red chili, stir-frying for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add the drained rice noodles to the wok, tossing gently for 2 minutes to warm through.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Continue tossing for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 2 chopped green onions, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Taste and season with salt if needed. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili 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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili?
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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili?
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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili 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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Chili vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
