Asian Sweet And Spicy Noodles Vegetarian Recipe

Craving a vibrant and flavorful noodle dish? This Asian Sweet & Spicy Vegetarian Noodles recipe is a game-changer! Quick, easy, and incredibly versatile, it's perfect for a weeknight meal or a make-ahead picnic. The sweet and spicy sauce, featuring honey, rice wine vinegar, and chili garlic sauce, coats perfectly cooked spaghetti, creating a symphony of tastes. Loaded with colorful veggies like baby corn, chestnuts, bell peppers, and peas, this recipe is both satisfying and healthy. Add protein like shrimp or chicken to make it a complete meal. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 389.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (15 Reviews)
Asian Sweet And Spicy Noodles Vegetarian

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Ingredients for Asian Sweet And Spicy Noodles Vegetarian

  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Dark Sesame Oil
  • 1-2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
  • Cooked Spaghetti
  • Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup baby corn
  • Sliced Water Chestnuts
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Frozen Peas
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt And Black Pepper
  • Peanuts

How to Make Asian Sweet And Spicy Noodles Vegetarian

  1. Cook 1 pound spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and immediately toss with 2 tablespoons of dark sesame oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil (refrigerate after opening!), and 1-2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce (adjust to your spice preference).
  3. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
  4. Stir in 1 cup baby corn, ½ cup water chestnuts (canned, drained), ½ cup chopped bell pepper (any color), ½ cup frozen peas, and 2 green onions, thinly sliced.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss to combine thoroughly.
  7. Garnish with ¼ cup chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.
  8. Serve immediately, or chill for later. Enjoy hot, warm, or cold!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

93g

Fat

7g

Carbs

22g