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These garlic sesame noodles are healthy, vegan and take just 15 minutes to make! And with just a few store cupboard ingredients they're perfect for busy days | Recipe on thecookandhim.com #noodles #vegan #recipe #sesamegarlicnoodles #sesamenoodles #chowmein #stirfry #easydinner #easymeal #easymealideas

Garlic Sesame Noodles

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Total: 25 mins | Quantity: 2 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 large red onion – peeled and thinly sliced
1 bell pepper – thinly sliced
1/2 fresh chilli – finely sliced (optional)
6 cloves garlic – peeled and crushed
1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
1 tablespoon tahini
2 tablespoons liquid aminos or soy sauce
1/4 cup (60ml) brandy (see note)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon agave syrup or maple syrup
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
300g cooked noodles or use straight to wok noodles
1/4 teaspoon chilli flakes (optional)

Optional to serve:
Sesame seeds
Sliced spring onions

Instructions

  1. Heat the sesame oil in a wok over a medium heat then add the sliced onions, pepper and chilli if using
  2. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the veggies are softened and just starting to caramelise
  3. Add the garlic and tahini and cook for a further minute
  4. Stir in the in the soy sauce/aminos, syrup, vinegar, brandy and smoked paprika and bubble gently for another minute
  5. Add the cooked noodles and stir well to coat them. If the sauce is a little thick add a splash of water
  6. Taste and add chilli flakes, salt and pepper as needed
  7. Serve immediately with an optional sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced spring onion

Notes

  • Substitute the brandy with sherry, rum, whiskey, vodka, wine, apple juice or even just water

Recipe by The Cook & Him at https://thecookandhim.com/recipes/garlic-sesame-noodles/