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Sweet, Salty, and Spicy Garlic Noodles with Lettuce Delight!

A delightful dish combining sweet, salty, and spicy flavors with garlic noodles and crisp lettuce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or rice noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce such as romaine or iceberg
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti or rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  4. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Remove from heat and fold in the shredded lettuce and sliced green onions.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the noodles.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes based on your preference.

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