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Garlic Sesame Noodles Recipe

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Garlic Sesame Noodles are a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender brown rice noodles tossed in a savory garlic and sesame sauce. With a perfect balance of umami from low sodium soy sauce and tahini, a hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, and a spicy kick from sriracha, this 15-minute recipe is ideal for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Noodles

  • 12 ounces brown rice noodles

Sauce & Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (avocado, olive, or refined coconut oil)
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced finely or pressed
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Optional Garnishes

  • Chopped scallions
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Crushed peanuts

Instructions

  1. Boil Water: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil in preparation for cooking the noodles.
  2. Cook Noodles: Add the brown rice noodles to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until tender but still firm to the bite. Drain and set aside.
  3. Minced Garlic: Finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press to crush them until very small, ensuring the sauce has a fresh, pungent garlic flavor without blending.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until the edges start to turn golden brown, indicating a fragrant and slightly toasted flavor.
  5. Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce or tamari, vegetable broth, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, tahini, sriracha, and ground ginger. Whisk well until the tahini is evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
  6. Add Sauce to Garlic: Pour the whisked sauce mixture into the pan with the sautéed garlic. Stir well to combine all flavors evenly.
  7. Simmer Sauce: Let the sauce simmer gently on medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
  8. Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked and drained noodles directly into the pan with the garlic sesame sauce. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly with the savory sauce.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the noodles to serving bowls and garnish with chopped scallions, red pepper flakes, and crushed peanuts if desired. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use low sodium soy sauce or tamari to control salt levels while maintaining flavor.
  • Adjust sriracha quantity to control the heat level according to your preference.
  • To keep it vegan, substitute honey with maple syrup.
  • Brown rice noodles provide a gluten free option, but always check packaging to ensure certification.
  • For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast additional sesame seeds to sprinkle on top as garnish.
  • The recipe can be doubled or halved easily, maintaining the same flavor balance.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/garlic-sesame-noodles-recipe/