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Hey there, fellow food lovers! If you’re looking for a quick and delicious meal that brings the heat and tang, then these Chili Lime Noodles are just what you need. This dish is full of bold flavors, from the spice of gochujang to the zesty lime, all mixed together in a simple, super-fast recipe. Whether you need a quick lunch or a fun dinner, this dish has you covered. Let’s dive in!
Method
Cook the Noodles
Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil, and cook the noodles according to the package instructions. This should only take a few minutes. Once they’re done, drain the noodles and set them aside, keeping them ready to be tossed in the flavorful sauce. Whether you’re using Hong Kong-style egg noodles, soba, udon, or ramen, each noodle type will bring its own unique texture to this dish.
Heat the Oil
While your noodles are cooking, grab a saucepan and pour in the neutral oil (vegetable or canola oil work best). Turn the heat on and let the oil heat up until it’s sizzling hot. This is the crucial step to unlock the full flavor of the chili paste mixture, so make sure the oil is hot enough to bring the ingredients to life.
Prepare the Spice Mixture
In the meantime, take a heatproof bowl and add the minced garlic, sliced scallions, gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste), brown sugar, and the fresh juice from half a lime. Mix everything together thoroughly, making sure the ingredients are well combined. This spice mixture is going to be the base of your sauce, giving the noodles their deliciously spicy, sweet, and tangy flavor.
Combine the Oil and Spice Mixture
Once the oil is sizzling hot, carefully pour it over the spice mixture you prepared in the bowl. You’ll hear a satisfying sizzle when the hot oil hits the ingredients, which means everything is starting to cook and combine beautifully. Stir the mixture gently until it’s completely mixed, and the heat from the oil will help the garlic, scallions, and other ingredients release their flavors.
Toss the Noodles
Now, it’s time to add the cooked noodles to the bowl with the sauce. Gently toss the noodles in the spicy sauce until they are fully coated. Make sure every noodle gets its share of the flavorful sauce. This is where you can also adjust the amount of heat. If you love extra spice, feel free to add a little more gochujang or gochugaru to the mix.
Adjust Seasoning
After tossing the noodles, taste a small portion to see if the flavor balance is to your liking. If you want a bit more sweetness, add a little more brown sugar. If you crave more lime flavor, squeeze in some extra lime juice. This is your chance to make the dish just the way you like it, so don’t hesitate to tweak the seasoning to fit your taste.
Serve and Enjoy
Once you’re happy with the flavor and the noodles are fully coated with the spicy sauce, it’s time to serve them up. Serve your chili lime noodles hot, and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite. You can garnish with some extra scallions or sesame seeds if you like, and get ready to enjoy this delicious dish!
Necessary Tools
- Saucepan
- Heatproof bowl
- Spoon for stirring
- Knife and chopping board
- Pot for cooking noodles
Chili Lime Noodles
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: EasyServings
2
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
5
minutesTotal time
10
minutesIngredients
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 scallions, sliced thin
1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tsp brown sugar
Juice from 1/2 lime
1/4 cup neutral oil (like vegetable or canola oil)
Noodles for 2 (I used Hong Kong-style egg noodles, but you can also use soba, udon, or ramen noodles
Directions
- Cook the Noodles Start by cooking the noodles according to the package instructions. Once they’re cooked, set them aside for later.
- Heat the Oil In a saucepan, heat the neutral oil until it’s sizzling hot. This step is super important for making the chili paste mixture come to life, so don’t rush it!
- Prepare the Spice Mixture While the oil is heating, grab a heatproof bowl and combine the garlic, scallions, gochugaru, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, and lime juice. Mix it all together.
- Combine the Oil and Spice Mixture Once the oil is nice and hot, carefully pour it over the spice mixture in the bowl. Stir it together until everything is combined and smells amazing.
- Toss the Noodles Add your cooked noodles to the bowl and toss them in the spicy, flavorful sauce. Make sure the noodles are well-coated. If you want more heat, feel free to add a bit more gochujang or gochugaru!
- Adjust Seasoning Taste the noodles and adjust the seasoning if needed. Want a little more sweetness? Add more sugar. Want extra lime zing? Squeeze in a little more lime juice.
- Serve and Enjoy Once everything tastes perfect, serve your chili lime noodles hot, and get ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Hot Oil Alert Be careful when pouring the hot oil over the spice mixture. It will sizzle and can splatter. If you’re worried about splashing, use a bigger bowl to mix the ingredients and pour the oil from a bit higher up.
- Spice Level Gochujang and gochugaru both bring heat, but they vary in intensity depending on the brand. Start with the amounts in the recipe, and adjust if you want more or less spice.
- Mix Well When tossing the noodles in the sauce, make sure they’re fully coated. If not, the flavors won’t spread evenly.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair these noodles with a side of crispy fried tofu or grilled chicken for some extra protein.
- Serve alongside a refreshing cucumber salad to balance out the heat.
- If you’re feeling fancy, top with some sesame seeds or a fried egg for a complete meal.
Fun Fact
Did you know that gochujang, the spicy Korean chili paste in this dish, is a staple in Korean cuisine? It’s made from fermented soybeans, chili flakes, and salt, and it adds a wonderful depth of flavor to dishes spicy, sweet, and umami all in one bite!
Conclusion
These Chili Lime Noodles are a perfect quick dish when you want something full of flavor but don’t have a ton of time to cook. The heat from the chili, the tang from the lime, and the savory umami from the soy sauce come together to create something that’s truly irresistible. Give it a try you won’t be disappointed!
