Chili Oil Udon Noodles
There’s something about a bowl of udon noodles that just hits the spot, especially when it’s tossed in a savory, spicy chili oil sauce. If you’re like me and love dishes that pack a punch without being overly complicated, this chili oil udon is for you. It's the kind of recipe when you’re in the “what for dinner” situation. It’s so easy but delivers bold flavors, and this recipe makes it taste like you put in way more effort than you did.
Ingredients
- 1 pack of udon noodles
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Mushrooms sliced
- 2 tsp chili oil
- ½ cup chicken stock
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp fish sauce
- Sesame oil for garnish
- Green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Garlic and Mushrooms: Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they're soft and slightly browned.
- Make the Sauce: Add the chili oil, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, fish sauce, and chicken stock to the pan. Stir everything together, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add the udon noodles to the sauce and cover with a lid. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the udon loosens.
- Stir the Noodles in the Sauce: Stir occasionally for the noodles to soak up the sauce. Be careful not to overcook the udon.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle some sesame oil over the noodles and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
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Notes
- Noodle Texture: Keep an eye on your noodles! Udon cooks quickly, and you want that perfect chewy bite.
- Add-ons: Feel free to throw in some protein like chicken or tofu, or swap out the mushrooms for your favorite veggies.
- Storage Tip: If you have leftovers, keep the noodles in an airtight container and reheat gently in a pan with a little extra broth or water to thin out the sauce.
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