Best 15-Minute Garlic Noodles

Easy Asian-Inspired Recipe [2025]

Introduction

Discover the magic of restaurant-style Garlic Noodles, a mouthwatering fusion dish that combines bold garlic flavor with perfectly chewy noodles. This 15-minute recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or late-night cravings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Garlic Noodles are the perfect balance of savory, buttery, and aromatic flavors. Inspired by the famous San Francisco garlic noodles, this recipe creates that addictive umami taste you can’t resist. Whether served as a main dish or side, these noodles will become your new go-to comfort food.

Ingredients

For the Noodles:

• 1 pound thick yellow noodles or spaghetti
• 8 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

For Garnish:

• 2 green onions, finely sliced
• Red pepper flakes to taste
• Extra Parmesan cheese
• Fried garlic chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Noodles:
   • Boil noodles according to package instructions
   • Reserve 1 cup pasta water
   • Drain noodles and set aside
2. Create the Sauce Base:
   • Melt butter with oil in large skillet
   • Add minced garlic
   • Sauté until fragrant but not brown
   • Add oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce
   • Stir in brown sugar until dissolved
3. Combine and Finish:
   • Add cooked noodles to sauce
   • Toss until well coated
   • Add Parmesan cheese
   • Add pasta water if needed for consistency
   • Toss until noodles are glossy
4. Garnish and Serve:
   • Top with green onions
   • Sprinkle red pepper flakes
   • Add extra Parmesan if desired
   • Garnish with fried garlic chips

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve these noodles piping hot right from the pan. They’re perfect on their own or paired with grilled protein. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan with a splash of water to restore the silky texture.

Helpful Notes

• Use fresh garlic, not pre-minced
• Don’t rinse the noodles after cooking
• Adjust sauce thickness with pasta water
• Balance saltiness before adding cheese
• Toast garlic on low heat for best flavor
• Have all ingredients ready before starting

FAQs

Can I make this gluten-free? Yes, use rice noodles and gluten-free soy sauce.

Is there a vegetarian version? Replace oyster and fish sauce with mushroom sauce.

Why are my noodles dry? Add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency.

Can I add vegetables? Yes! Broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms work great.

Related Recipes:

• Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice
• Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

External Resources:

• Noodle Cooking Guide
• Garlic Tips
• Sauce Pairing Ideas