Asian Garlic Noodle Bowl (Printable)

Tender noodles coated in a rich garlic-butter sauce with soy and toasted sesame flavors. Ready in 25 minutes for a satisfying Asian-inspired meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Noodles

01 - 10 oz wheat noodles (lo mein, spaghetti, or ramen)

→ Sauce

02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or plant-based butter for vegan option)
03 - 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
05 - 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (optional, for color and depth)
06 - 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional; use mushroom oyster sauce for vegan)
07 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 tsp sugar

→ Toppings & Garnishes

09 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
10 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
11 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
12 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
13 - 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
14 - 1 small carrot, julienned (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to brown.
03 - Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and sugar. Stir constantly until fully incorporated and simmering.
04 - Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss vigorously with tongs or chopsticks, ensuring every strand is evenly coated in the glossy sauce.
05 - Continue stir-frying 1–2 minutes until noodles are thoroughly heated and develop a glossy sheen. Remove from heat immediately.
06 - Divide noodles among four serving bowls. Top generously with green onions, sesame seeds, chili slices, cilantro, bean sprouts, and julienned carrots as desired. Serve while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sauce clings to every strand like magic and comes together faster than you can boil water
  • Most ingredients live in your pantry right now waiting for that moment when takeout feels like too much effort
02 -
  • Burnt garlic ruins this dish instantly so watch it like a hawk once it hits the pan
  • The dark soy sauce is optional but it makes the noodles look and taste so much more professional
03 -
  • Reserve a splash of pasta water before draining in case your sauce needs loosening
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for two minutes first it makes that much of a difference
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