Chinese Noodles
1 serving
10 minutes
Chinese noodles are a fragrant, rich, and spicy dish that embodies the traditional flavors of Chinese cuisine. It combines the softness of udon noodles with the heat of cayenne pepper and garlic, the sharpness of ginger, and the richness of soy sauce. The origins of such recipes date back centuries when Chinese chefs perfected the art of combining simple ingredients to create complex flavor palettes. This recipe offers a quick yet incredibly tasty variation perfect for a cozy home dinner or a last-minute meal. Melted cheese adds creaminess to the dish while fresh green onions provide a light freshness. Chinese noodles are not just food; they are a journey into a world of aromas and flavors that can warm the soul and awaken the appetite.
1
Grate the cheese.
- Cheese: 50 g
2
Finely chop the ginger (if from a sushi set — 2-3 leaves) or grate it on a fine grater (if from fresh root — 1-2 ml depending on thickness).
- Ginger: 2 pieces
3
Pour water over the noodles.
- Instant Udon Noodles: 1 jar
4
While she arrives, heat sunflower oil in the pan.
- Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons
5
When the oil is heated, add cayenne pepper, garlic (chopped or crushed), ginger, and soy sauce. Sauté over medium heat for about one or two minutes until the aroma of all the spices is released.
- Cayenne pepper: 1 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Ginger: 2 pieces
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
6
By this time, the noodles should be ready; transfer the spices from the pan to it, avoiding oil as much as possible.
- Instant Udon Noodles: 1 jar
7
Mix, sprinkle cheese on top, and place in the microwave at 800 W for one minute.
- Cheese: 50 g
8
After that, mix again, sprinkle with green onions on top, and it's ready to serve.
- Green onions: 1 stem