Stir-Fried Spicy Garlic Noodles with Vegetables

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring noodles tossed in a spicy garlic sauce with colorful vegetables for a quick and flavorful meal. This asian fusion-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 20 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 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 8 oz rice noodles. Cook for 4 minutes until tender but firm, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. 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.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned carrot and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper to the wok, stir-frying for 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Toss in the drained noodles, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 tbsp hoisin sauce. Stir-fry everything together for 2 minutes until noodles are evenly coated and heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 3 chopped green onions, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 tbsp lime juice for a fresh finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Spicy Garlic Noodles with Vegetables 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 Spicy Garlic Noodles with 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 Stir-Fried Spicy Garlic Noodles with 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 Stir-Fried Spicy Garlic Noodles with 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 Stir-Fried Spicy Garlic Noodles with 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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