Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Scallions

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Wide rice noodles stir-fried with fragrant garlic and scallions, finished with soy sauce for a simple yet satisfying noodle dish. This chinese-inspired noodles (vegan-friendly) ready in about 33 minutes pairs wide rice noodles, vegetable oil, 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 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 8 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 8 oz wide rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until softened, then drain well.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add the drained noodles and 4 sliced scallions to the wok; toss briskly for 2 minutes to heat through.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/4 tsp white pepper, and 1/2 tsp sugar. Continue stir-frying for another 2 minutes until sauce coats noodles evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately while hot and aromatic.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 33 minutes (25 min prep + 8 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 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 wide rice noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Scallions vegan-friendly?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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