Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame and Scallions
Tender noodles wok-tossed in a homemade sweet and spicy sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a vibrant dinner. This asian-inspired pasta ready in about 20 minutes pairs dry rice noodles, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz dry rice noodles
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 sliced scallions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 8 oz dry rice noodles in warm water for 20 minutes until tender, then drain well.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until combined.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the drained noodles and stir-fry for 2 minutes until warmed through.
- Step 4: Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the noodles.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced scallions. Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame and Scallions 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 Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame 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 dry rice noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame 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 Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame and Scallions 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.
What goes well with Sweet and Spicy Stir-Fried Noodles with Sesame and Scallions?
Asian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
