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Spicy Garlic Udon Noodles
A bowl of thick udon noodles tossed in a glossy garlic, soy and toasted sesame sauce, with stir-fried vegetables and a slow-building chili heat.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Total
- 22 min
- Serves
- 2
- Per serving
- 420 kcal
In short
A bowl of thick udon noodles tossed in a glossy garlic, soy and toasted sesame sauce, with stir-fried vegetables and a slow-building chili heat. Ready in about 22 min (10 min prep, 12 min cooking), serves 2, around 420 kcal per serving.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
Method
Cook udon noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, dark soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, red pepper flakes, and sugar to make the sauce.
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add sliced onion and bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Add the cooked udon noodles to the pan and toss with the vegetables for 1 minute.
Pour the sauce over the noodles and toss everything together. Add a splash of reserved noodle water if needed to create a glossy coating.
Drizzle with sesame oil and toss once more. Remove from heat.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 420kcal
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 65g
- Fat
- 14g
- Fibre
- 4g
- Sugar
- 8g
Estimated values per serving. AI estimate, not medical advice.
Tips & variations
Perfect Udon Texture
Don't overcook the udon noodles - they should be tender but still have that signature chewy bounce. If using frozen udon, you can add them directly to the stir-fry without boiling first.
Heat Control
Start with less chili sauce and taste as you go. You can always add more heat, but you can't take it back! The spice should build gradually, not hit you all at once.
Wok Hei Magic
Use the highest heat your stove can handle and keep everything moving in the pan. This creates that coveted 'wok hei' - the breath of the wok that gives restaurant-style flavor.
Protein Addition
Add sliced chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu during the vegetable stir-fry stage. Cook protein through before adding the noodles.
Veggie Boost
Try adding mushrooms, snap peas, carrots, or bok choy for extra nutrition and color. Broccoli and cabbage also work beautifully in this dish.
Questions about this recipe
How long does Spicy Garlic Udon Noodles take?
About 22 min in total: 10 min of prep and 12 min of cooking.
How many people does it serve?
This recipe makes 2 servings. The interactive recipe card on our homepage scales the ingredients up or down.
How many calories does it have?
Roughly 420 kcal per serving, with about 12 g protein, 65 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat. These are AI estimates, not lab values.
From our Instagram post
When the wifey cooks @callme_lali
The moment these spicy udon noodles hit the pan, that deep chili aroma rises like a cozy hug with a kick. Thick, bouncy udon strands soak up a glossy sauce of garlic, soy, and a hint of toasted sesame, while the heat builds slowly—more like a warm glow than a punch in the face. I love how the chewiness of the noodles plays against the crisp edges of stir-fried veggies, turning a simple bowl into something bold, comforting, and just a little fiery. This dish always reminds me of late-night comfort cooking, where a few pantry staples transform into something soulful.
How spicy do you like your noodle bowls—gentle warmth or full-on sweat mode?
Save this bowl for your next weeknight craving and share it with a spice-loving friend.
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