Description
This Spicy Szechuan Noodles (Garlic Chili Oil) recipe is the ultimate 'lazy but gourmet' meal that's full of flavor and easy to make. It's designed for anyone looking to enjoy complex tastes without the fuss—perfect for your quick dinner needs.
Ingredients
Scale
200g Dried Wheat Noodles (or Spaghetti)
4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
1–2 tbsp Chili Flakes (Gochugaru or Red Pepper Flakes)
2 tbsp Soy Sauce
1 tbsp Black Vinegar (Chinkiang)
1 tsp Sugar
1/2 tsp Szechuan Peppercorn Powder
1/4 cup Neutral Oil (Canola or Vegetable)
2 stalks Green Onions, sliced
Instructions
- Boil the Noodles: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the noodles according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of the starchy water
- Prep the Flavor Base: In a heat-proof bowl, combine minced garlic, chili flakes, Szechuan peppercorn powder, sugar, and the white parts of the green onions
- The Big Sizzle: Heat the neutral oil in a small pan until shimmering, then pour it over the garlic and spices in the bowl
- Mix the Sauce: Stir in the soy sauce, black vinegar, and the reserved noodle water
- Combine: Toss the cooked noodles in the bowl with the sauce, ensuring each strand is well coated
- Garnish and Serve: Top with the green parts of the green onions and enjoy
Notes
Feel free to customize your noodles with additional protein or vegetables.
Adjust the spiciness by changing the amount of chili flakes used.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Szechuan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg