Veg Noodles

4.1(258 reviews)

Indo-Chinese vegetable noodles — stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and savory sauce. The fusion dish that combines Chinese stir-fry technique with Indian flavor intensity.

Prep Time

20 min

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Cook Time

26 min

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Servings

2

Calories

428 cal

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Veg Noodles — homemade International dinner recipe with noodles, carrot, cabbage, 2 servings, ready in 46 minutes
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servings
  • Noodles100 g
  • Carrot½ medium
  • Cabbage½
  • Peas¼ cup
  • Spring Onion½
  • Soy Sauce1 tbsp
  • Garlic1 ½ cloves
  • Ginger½ tsp
  • Sesame Oil½

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Ingredients

Makes 2 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Noodles100 g
  • Carrot0.5 medium
  • Cabbage0.5
  • Peas0.25 cup
  • Spring Onion0.5
  • Soy Sauce1 tbsp
  • Garlic1.5 cloves
  • Ginger0.5 tsp
  • Sesame Oil0.5

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil 8 oz of egg noodles or hakka noodles for 1 minute less than package time. Drain, toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.

  2. 2

    Whisk sauce: 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dark soy (color), 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ½ teaspoon white pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok over highest heat. When smoking, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated ginger. Stir 15 seconds.

  4. 4

    Add 3 cups julienned vegetables (cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, mushrooms). Stir-fry 3 minutes until crisp-tender.

  5. 5

    Add the noodles. Toss to combine. Pour sauce around the rim. Toss 60 seconds until coated and glazed.

  6. 6

    Off heat, sprinkle with 3 chopped scallions. Serve immediately with extra soy sauce or chili oil.

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.Maximum heat. Wok hei from intense heat.
  • 2.Julienne vegetables. Match the noodle shape.
  • 3.Sauce around rim. Briefly caramelizes against hot edge.
  • 4.Don't overcook noodles. 1 minute less than package.

🔬 Why It Works

Indo-Chinese veg noodles balance four flavors (salty soy, sweet sugar, savory oyster, aromatic ginger-garlic, spicy chili garlic). The cornstarch in the noodles plus the vinegar create a slight glaze. Cutting vegetables uniformly julienne ensures they cook in the same brief window and integrate visually with the noodles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where's chili garlic sauce?
Asian aisle of most supermarkets. Huy Fong or Lee Kum Kee brands. Substitute: 1 tablespoon sriracha + 1 minced garlic clove.
Can I add protein?
Yes — diced chicken or shrimp, or scrambled egg added at end. Or extra-firm tofu (pre-fried).
Why soggy?
Overcooked noodles, low pan heat, or too much sauce.
Best noodles?
Fresh or dried egg noodles, hakka noodles. Italian spaghetti works in a pinch.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)

Calories428kcal
Protein10g
Carbohydrates57g
Fat8g
Fiber9g
Sugar40g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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