Quick & Easy Garlic Chili Noodles Recipe: 5-Minute Spicy Ramen

Name: Quick & Easy Garlic Chili Noodles Recipe: 5-Minute Spicy Ramen
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 package (85g) Instant Noodles (Ramen) (Discard seasoning packet); 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Chili Flakes (adjust to taste); 2 tbsp Soy Sauce; 1 tbsp Sesame Oil; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 2 stalks Green Onions (chopped, for garnish); 2 tbsp Cooking Oil (neutral oil)

Learn how to make delicious and spicy garlic chili noodles in under 5 minutes! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a late-night snack. Packed with flavor, it's a must-try for noodle lovers.

#Noodles

#Spicy

#Quick Recipe

#Vegetarian Option

#Comfort Food

Close-up of the finished spicy garlic noodles

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Asian Fusion

English

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

10g

Protein

50g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Garlic chili noodles served in a bowl with green onions

Ingredients

Instant Noodles (Ramen)
(Discard seasoning packet)
1 package (85g)
Garlic
(minced)
3 cloves

Chili Flakes
(adjust to taste)
1 tsp
Soy Sauce
2 tbsp
Sesame Oil
1 tbsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Green Onions
(chopped, for garnish)
2 stalks

Cooking Oil
(neutral oil)
2 tbsp

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

A portion of noodles being tossed in the pan

Instructions

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Boil water in a pot. Add instant noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 2-3 minutes) until tender. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
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Boil water in a pot. Add instant noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 2-3 minutes) until tender. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
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Do not overcook the noodles, they should still have a slight bite.
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While noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
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While noodles are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
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Taste the sauce and adjust chili or sweetness to your preference.

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Heat cooking oil in a pan or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Heat cooking oil in a pan or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Use a neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil for best results.
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Add the drained noodles to the pan with the sautéed garlic. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles. Toss everything together vigorously for about 1 minute, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Add the drained noodles to the pan with the sautéed garlic. Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles. Toss everything together vigorously for about 1 minute, ensuring the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce.
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A pair of tongs works great for tossing noodles quickly and efficiently.
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Transfer the garlic chili noodles to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your quick and delicious meal!
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Transfer the garlic chili noodles to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your quick and delicious meal!
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For extra crunch, add some toasted sesame seeds on top.