Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Spicy Soy Sauce

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Wide rice noodles quickly stir-fried with garlic and a savory-spicy soy sauce glaze, garnished with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired noodles (vegan option) ready in about 20 minutes pairs wide rice noodles, garlic cloves, vegetable oil 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare 12 oz wide rice noodles by soaking dried noodles in warm water for 30 minutes or rinsing fresh noodles; drain well.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 5 finely chopped garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add the drained noodles to the wok, tossing gently with the garlic oil for 1 minute until warmed through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Stir-fry continuously for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, season with 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and garnish with 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Spicy Soy Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Rice Noodles with Garlic and Spicy Soy Sauce?

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 Spicy Soy Sauce?

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 Spicy Soy Sauce 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 Spicy Soy Sauce vegan option?

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

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