Craving bold, vibrant flavors in a simple dish? Look no further than these Spicy Sesame Garlic Noodles—a quick and irresistible recipe that combines tender spaghetti with a savory, sweet, and spicy sauce made from sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha. Infused with fragrant minced garlic and topped with fresh cilantro, sesame seeds, and green onions, this dish delivers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch, with an optional addition of sliced chicken breast for extra protein. Packed with spicy heat and zesty freshness, these noodles are sure to become your new favorite comfort food.
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add a liberal pinch of salt to the boiling water.
Once the water is boiling, add the dried spaghetti noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8 to 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and Sriracha sauce until well combined.
In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the sesame oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Drain the cooked noodles and transfer them to the skillet with the garlic.
Pour the sauce mixture over the noodles. Use tongs to toss the noodles until they are well coated in the sauce.
If using cooked chicken, add it to the skillet and mix until everything is heated through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro, tossing everything once more to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For extra spice, feel free to add more Sriracha at this stage.
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
Calories |
1740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 2230 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.2 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 104.9 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1870 mg | 40% | |
*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.