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Garlic Noodles

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Garlic Noodles are a quick and flavorful dish made with savory garlic butter, Asian sauces, and a surprising touch of parmesan cheese. Perfect as a main course or a side, they’re rich, umami-packed, and ready in minutes.

Ingredients

  • 140 g (5 oz) dried ramen or noodle cakes (2 cakes)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp (about 6 cloves) garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
  • 2 tsp fish sauce (or soy sauce)
  • 1 1/2 tsp Maggi seasoning (or soy sauce)
  • 1/4 cup reserved noodle cooking water (more if needed)
  • 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook noodles according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water before draining; set noodles aside.
  2. In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in oyster sauce, fish sauce, Maggi seasoning, and 1/4 cup reserved cooking water.
  4. Add the cooked noodles back into the pan along with parmesan and green onion. Toss until noodles are evenly coated and glossy.
  5. Add more cooking water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use spaghetti or angel hair pasta as a substitute if noodles aren’t available.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace fish sauce with soy sauce and use vegetarian oyster sauce.
  • Add a fried egg, cooked vegetables, or a drizzle of chili oil for extra flavor and texture.
  • Freshly grated parmesan melts better and adds deeper flavor.
  • Toss noodles in the sauce right after draining to prevent clumping.

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