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15 Minute Garlic Fried Noodles

April 19, 2016 by Tracy | Updated January 20, 2022 This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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15 Minute Garlic Fried Noodles: In only 15 minutes, and a lot of garlic, you can make this delicious Asian inspired side dish!

chopsticks holding up noodles with scallions.

I repeat.  15 minute Garlic Fried Noodles. Also known as The Easiest Noodle Recipe Eveerrrr.

As a garlic loving and noddle loving family, this recipe is a staple in our house. We make it all over the time. When we don't have time. When we're out of ideas. When we just want something we know we all will love.

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Ingredients Needed

rice noodles, green onions, coconut sugar, soy, butter, garlic on a counter.

AND these garlic noodles are made with only 6 ingredients!

  • Rice Noodles - This will make the recipe gluten free and is what keeps it ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Garlic - Duh
  • Butter - We always use salted for this recipe but if you only have unsalted, no problem.
  • Soy Sauce - Regular soy sauce is best. We've made it with low sodium but then we end up adding salt...
  • Coconut Sugar - You could also use a light brown sugar, no problem or even maple syrup or honey.
  • Green Onions - Because what's garlic without onions?

Which Rice Noodles to Use

rice noodles soaking in a bowl of water.

All rice noodles are not the same! And your local grocery store may only carry one brand/size so be sure to check what it is because it will affect your cooking time. We always love to go to our local Asian market to get our rice stick noodles and for this recipe, we prefer to use a thin one, size 1, or Small (S). The wider they are, the longer they will take to cook.

We love to use these noodles.

Rice noodles are not like pasta noodles - you don't boil them and they cook quickly so the hardest part of this recipe is just making sure that you don't overcook your noodles.

To Cook Rice Noodles: Just heat about 6 cups of water to almost boiling (I use our stovetop kettle), then pour the water over the noodles, making sure they're completely submerged.  Then let them soak for about 3 to 4 minutes until they're al dente. Remember, they still have to go in your hot pan and there's nothing worse than a mushy noodle! Once al dente, drain the water and then rinse the noodles in cold water so they don't keep cooking.

Quick and Easy to Make

four photos of a pan with butter and garlic and green onions, soy sauce being poured in, noodles being added, and tongs stirred cooking noodles.

Saute garlic and onion in butter. While you're waiting for your water to boil, mince the garlic, dice the onions, and then sauté them in butter for about 2 minutes, then add your coconut sugar and mix until it's all incorporated.

Add soy sauce and let it all simmer for another minute.

Drain noodles and add to the pan. Add the noodles a tong full at a time, not all at once. This will make the mixing and even incorporation of the sauce and garlic easier.

Stir. Let the garlic noodles fry and soak up all the deliciousness!

a bowl of garlic fried noodles topped with green onions.

Top with some more fresh green onions, add your favorite hot sauce or garlic chili paste if you want, and you're done! Garlic Fried Noodles for the win!

chopsticks holding up noodles with scallions.

So much flavor. So much garlic!  This made the perfect side dish to our Maple Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs!  Although really, I would totally whip a batch of these noodles up for a quick lunch or a side for nearly any dish.

Customizable

Add a protein like chicken, shrimp, or pork!

Add more veggies like mushrooms, cabbage, or carrots.

Add some crunch from some peanuts!

Swap out the butter and add some additional flavor with Peanut Oil or Sesame Oil.

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FAQs

I couldn't find thin rice noodles.

No problem - you will just need to let your noodles soak longer to ensure they're cooked.

Can I use pasta?

Sure can. Follow cooking instructions for the pasta and then add to the pan.

I can't find coconut sugar.

No problem - you can use light brown, maple syrup, or even honey.

I can't find thin rice noodles at the store.

No problem - you can buy them here on Amazon.

Enjoy! As always, if you make this recipe or any of my others, I love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below, email me, or you can find me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest!

chopsticks holding up noodles with scallions.

15 Minute Garlic Fried Noodles

Just 15 minutes and 6 ingredients is all you need for this super easy, flavorful, rice noodle side dish!
4.80 from 80 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Gluten Free
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Tracy

Ingredients

  • 8 oz thin rice noodles 1 MM or S
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 cup green onions, diced and divided. about 2 bunches
  • 6-8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons sugar coconut or light brown sugar. Or you could use hoisin.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari, or a gluten free soy sauce

Instructions

  • Soak rice noodles in almost boiling water for 4 minutes until al dente. Drain then rinse with cold water to stop cooking and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet on medium to high heat. Add about 3/4 cup of the scallions and all of the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  • Add sugar and mix in until it's all incorporated. Add soy sauce and let simmer together for 1 minute.
  • Add noodles and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until noodles have fried and absorbed the sauce.
  • Plate, top with more green onions, your favorite hot sauce or chili garlic sauce and enjoy!

Notes

Adjust the sweetness to your choice!  1 - 2 tablespoons, 1 to just a touch and 2 for a more pronounced sweetness. 
Substitute light brown sugar, hoisin, or honey for the coconut sugar.
Add additional flavor by using Peanut Oil or Sesame Oil instead of butter.
Add in a protein like shrimp, chicken, or pork! 

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 949mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Maria

    June 25, 2022 at 2:33 pm

    5 stars
    Hi i just checked out this recipe and would love to try at home. Can you let me know the total calories one serving can have? im actually going for a more low fat diet and would like to know. it would mean a great deal
    Kudos on such a lovely recipe!!!

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    • Tracy

      June 26, 2022 at 9:55 pm

      Hi Maria! The nutritional value is at the bottom of the recipe card, but here it is! Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g

      Reply
  2. Susan

    January 06, 2022 at 5:03 am

    I can’t wait to try this tonight! I plan on adding some ground pork and matchstick carrots. Yum, getting hungry!

    Reply
    • Tracy

      January 06, 2022 at 6:11 am

      Great additions!! Would love to hear what you think!

      Reply
  3. Sarica

    January 05, 2022 at 8:42 pm

    This is so delicious and easy to make! I’ve already made this many times and my toddler always enjoys it too - win win!! It’s so versatile - I’ve made it with maple syrup instead of brown sugar when I’m out. Sometimes I sub in a veggie if I’m out of green onion. I add tofu to it too sometimes. It’s a nice change from having a heavier sauce (peanut or sesame, etc). It’s a great base recipe that’s easy to adjust depending what you have at home - yum!

    Reply
    • Tracy

      January 06, 2022 at 6:11 am

      That's so wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for sharing and taking the time to leave a review!

      Reply
  4. Adele

    December 12, 2021 at 7:30 am

    5 stars
    So easy and delicious. I subbed a bit of the sugar for Housin sauce and added some red pepper flakes.

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    • Tracy

      December 12, 2021 at 8:36 am

      Great idea, Adele! Thanks so much for leaving a review!

      Reply
  5. Kelsey

    November 10, 2021 at 6:03 pm

    I’ve made these noodles at LEAST 20 times since I discovered this recipe this spring. It is so easy and delicious we make it once a week! Thank you so much for my current obsession!

    Reply
    • Tracy

      November 10, 2021 at 7:14 pm

      Yaaayy! So great to hear, Kelsey! Thank YOU so much for taking the time to share!

      Reply
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