Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your kitchen into a Chinese street food paradise! These mouthwatering noodles are not just a meal, but a sensory experience that combines the bold, aromatic punch of ginger and garlic with perfectly cooked noodles. Whether you're a busy professional craving a quick dinner or a home cook looking to impress, this recipe promises restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Get ready to unlock the secret to an incredibly delicious dish that will have everyone asking, "Where did you learn to cook like this?"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g noodles
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance the noodle flavor.
- Add the noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until they are al dente and have a slight bite to them.
- While noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small mixing bowl, combine minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Whisk the ingredients together until well blended.
- Once noodles are cooked, drain them in a colander, reserving a small cup of pasta water in case you need to adjust sauce consistency.
- Return the drained noodles to the pot and immediately pour the ginger-garlic sauce over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure each noodle is evenly coated with the sauce.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency and help the sauce cling to the noodles.
- Transfer the noodles to serving plates and garnish with finely chopped green onions for a fresh, aromatic finish.
- Serve hot and enjoy the vibrant flavors of ginger and garlic in this simple yet delicious Chinese-style noodle dish.
Tips
- Always salt your pasta water - it's the secret to perfectly seasoned noodles from the inside out.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining; it's liquid gold for adjusting sauce consistency.
- Chop your ginger and garlic fresh for the most intense flavor - pre-minced just can't compare.
- Use high heat when tossing noodles with sauce to help the flavors penetrate deeply.
- For extra richness, consider adding a small drizzle of chili oil or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
- Don't overcook the noodles - aim for that perfect al dente texture that has a slight bite.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and texture - these noodles are best enjoyed piping hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
