Sweet and Spicy Noodles
These Sweet and Spicy Noodles are a quick and flavorful dinner made with tender noodles, crisp vegetables, and a homemade sweet, savory, and spicy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, they're perfect for busy weeknights and taste even better than takeout.
Servings: 4
Calories: 395kcal
Ingredients
- For the Noodles
- 8 ounces spaghetti lo mein noodles, ramen noodles, or rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- For the Sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
- Chopped peanuts optional
- Fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to the package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse briefly with cool water, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, then whisk it into the sauce.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a little sesame oil, then sauté the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Stir constantly for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the vegetables.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss well using tongs until the noodles are completely coated in the sauce. Stir in the sliced green onions.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, additional green onions, chopped peanuts, and cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Lo mein, ramen, spaghetti, or rice noodles all work well.
- Add cooked chicken, shrimp, beef, or tofu for extra protein.
- Reduce the sriracha for a milder flavor.
- Fresh ginger provides the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the vegetables—they should remain slightly crisp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 980mg
- Potassium: 420mg
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 19g
- Vitamin A: 5200 IU
- Vitamin C: 68mg
- Calcium: 72mg
- Iron: 2.8mg