Description
This Teriyaki Noodles Recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor in under 20 minutes. The noodles are coated in a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki sauce with hints of garlic and ginger, making them perfect as a standalone vegetarian meal or a side dish. Add your favorite protein or veggies to customize it for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the noodles:
- 8 oz noodles (udon, lo mein, or spaghetti)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional: bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
For the teriyaki sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
For garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the noodles:
- Cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the teriyaki sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, and sesame oil. Stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Sauté aromatics & vegetables:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok. Add garlic and ginger; cook for 30 seconds. Add vegetables and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine noodles & sauce:
- Add cooked noodles and pour in teriyaki sauce. Toss until everything is coated and the sauce thickens (1–2 minutes).
- Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- Make it spicier: Add sriracha or red pepper flakes
- Gluten-free option: Use tamari and rice noodles
- Meal prep: Stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in a skillet with a splash of water
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Mains
- Method: Stir-Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 310kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg