Hoisin Garlic Noodles

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil your noodles until they start to soften.
  2. 2Drain the noodles, we want them bouncy not mushy.
  3. 3Mix the Hoisin, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup or honey to create the sauce.
  4. 4Chop the garlic cloves finely.
  5. 5Slice the white and green parts of the scallions.
  6. 6Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet, then add the chopped garlic and white parts of the scallions.
  7. 7Toss everything together in the skillet until fragrant.
  8. 8Pour in all the sauce into the skillet with the aromatics.
  9. 9Add the boiled noodles to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat.
  10. 10Let the noodles cook undisturbed until the bottom turns crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  11. 11Season to taste and serve topped with sesame seeds and the green scallion parts.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz dried wheat or egg noodles
  • 0.25 cup Hoisin
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 2 tsp Maple syrup or honey
  • Vegetable oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 6 scallions, white & green parts sliced
  • 4 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Salt
  • pepper

Equipment

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Tips

  • Boil noodles until they start to soften, ensuring they are bouncy and not mushy.
  • The aromatics build more flavor than people realize, so ensure you can smell them when cooking.