Savory Garlic Noodles Asian Style (Printable Version)
Rich, aromatic noodles in buttery garlic sauce with soy and oyster flavors
# What You’ll Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 8 oz spaghetti or Asian wheat noodles
→ Sauce
02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 3 tbsp olive oil
04 - 8 large garlic cloves, finely minced
05 - 2 tbsp light soy sauce
06 - 2 tsp oyster sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce, if needed)
07 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
08 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnishes
09 - 2 tbsp finely chopped scallions
10 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
11 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
02 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add minced garlic and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden, taking care not to brown.
03 - Reduce heat to low. Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Stir continuously until sugar dissolves and ingredients are fully incorporated.
04 - Add cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss vigorously with tongs or wooden spoon until evenly coated in sauce. Add splash of reserved pasta water if texture appears too dry.
05 - Remove from heat immediately. Scatter scallions, Parmesan cheese, and sesame seeds over the top. Serve while hot and steaming.
# Top Tips:
01 -
- The sauce creates this incredible glossy coating that clings to every single strand
- Its ready faster than delivery and tastes infinitely fresher
02 -
- Browned garlic tastes bitter and will ruin the dish, so watch it like a hawk once it hits the pan
- The pasta water trick is what transforms this from good to restaurant-quality silky
03 -
- Mince your garlic finely and evenly so it all cooks at the same rate
- Have all your ingredients measured and ready before you start cooking, the sauce comes together fast