Savory & Super Tasty Chili Garlic Udon
Forget waiting for delivery; these 10-minute Chili Oil Udon Noodles are the ultimate "emergency" dinner that tastes like a gourmet labor of love. There is something deeply addictive about the way thick, chewy udon noodles soak up a spicy, fragrant chili garlic oil, creating a glossy sauce that clings to every single strand.
Ingredients
- 1 pack approx. 7 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
- 2 tbsp neutral oil canola, vegetable, or grapeseed
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1-2 tsp red chili flakes adjust to your heat preference
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp black vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 stalk green onion finely chopped
- Optional garnish: A fried egg and extra sesame seeds
Instructions
- Boil udon noodles according to package instructions (usually 2–3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a heat-proof bowl, add the minced garlic, chili flakes, sesame seeds, and half of the green onions.
- Heat the neutral oil in a small pan until it is shimmering and just begins to smoke.
- Carefully pour the hot oil over the ingredients in the bowl. It should sizzle and smell fragrant.
- Stir in the soy sauce and vinegar.
- Add the drained udon noodles to the bowl and toss thoroughly until well-coated.
- Top with the remaining green onions, extra sesame seeds, and a fried egg if desired. Serve hot.