Noodles are a quick and light meal loved by both adults and children. There is often debate about whether they are healthy or harmful. However, noodles are originally a type of pasta made from wheat and other natural ingredients. Homemade noodles are beneficial for the body as they contain vitamin B, which provides energy, as well as zinc, calcium, and essential minerals like iron. To ensure no artificial additives or harmful food dyes are used, it is always better to prepare noodles at home. Here are some delicious homemade recipes that taste just as good as restaurant-quality noodles.
Spicy Noodles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coarsely chopped onion
- 8 oz mushrooms, chopped
- 2 Portobello mushrooms, washed and sliced
- 10 oz rice noodles, boiled
- ¼ cup sesame oil
- ½ cup spicy red curry paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Additions:
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Method:
- Heat sesame oil in a large pan. Add onions and both types of mushrooms.
- Sauté for about 4 minutes, then add the boiled noodles and red curry paste. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic and tamari sauce.
- Continue cooking for another 8 minutes over medium heat.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
Spicy Korean Noodles
Ingredients:
- 16 oz rice noodles
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 4 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp spicy garlic sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅛ – ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup sesame oil
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- Sriracha sauce (optional)
Method:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then cook the noodles until tender (about 6 minutes).
- Meanwhile, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, spicy garlic sauce, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- Heat sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat, then add the sauce mixture, stirring until the garlic softens and cooks.
- Drain the noodles well, then immediately mix them with the sauce in the pan.
- Top with shredded carrots, peanuts, cilantro, green onions, and a drizzle of sriracha sauce.
- Toss everything together and serve hot.
Spicy Vegetable Noodles
Ingredients:
- 10 oz soba noodles
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ½ green bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- ½ cup red cabbage, chopped
For the Sweet-Spicy Sauce:
- ¼ cup soybean paste
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp white rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sriracha sauce
- 2 tsp cornstarch
Method:
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the soybean paste with water.
- Gradually add sesame oil, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sriracha, and cornstarch, stirring well until smooth. Adjust the sweetness and spiciness to taste, then set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 2-3 minutes while stirring to prevent burning.
- Add the red and green bell peppers, carrots, and red cabbage, stirring for 5-8 minutes until softened.
- Drain the noodles and add them to the pan. Pour in the sweet-spicy sauce and mix well until the noodles are evenly coated.
- Continue cooking for another minute until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with lemon juice, minced garlic, or fresh basil before serving.
Enjoy these flavorful spicy noodle recipes, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!