Chinese Style Spaghetti
Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with bold Asian-inspired flavors by whipping up this irresistible Chinese Style Spaghetti. This quick and easy recipe combines silky strands of al dente spaghetti with colorful julienned vegetables, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a savory sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of sesame oil. Perfect as a vegetarian dish or with the addition of tender chicken or tofu, this meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy nights. Finish it with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a touch of texture and flavor. This fusion dish is a delicious twist on traditional pasta with a vibrant Chinese flair that will have you coming back for seconds! Perfect for fans of stir-fries, noodle bowls, and quick dinners that'll impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 200 g cooked chicken or tofu (optional)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the julienned carrot and red bell pepper to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
If using cooked chicken or tofu, add it to the skillet and stir well to heat through.
In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until fully combined.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and pour the sauce over it. Toss everything together until the spaghetti is evenly coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions on top and toss again for 1-2 minutes to combine.
Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3386 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 96.2 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1593 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
