Quick hot chilli oil packet noodles

Name: Quick hot chilli oil packet noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving(s)
Ingredients: 120 g pack instant noodles; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1/2 tsp. chilli flakes; 1/8 tsp. ground Sichuan pepper; 1 tbsp. soy sauce; 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce; 1/2 tbsp. white rice vinegar; 2 spring onions, finely chopped; 2 tbsp. vegetable or any neutral oil

This speedy supper is inspired by a Chinese dish called You Po Che Mian, which is made by pouring hot oil over aromatics such as garlic, chilli and Szechuan pepper for a satisfying sizzle experience.

By Georgie D'Arcy ColesPublished: 12 January 2024

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This easy noodle recipe is inspired by a Chinese dish called You Po Che Mian which is made by pouring hot oil over aromatics, often accompanied by hand pulled Biang Biang noodles. I am obsessed with the flavour of the sauce and this is a quick way to get a similar result at home! Keeping packet noodles in the cupboard is essential in my opinion for whipping up meals like this!

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Yields:

1 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Ingredients

120 g pack instant noodles
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp. chilli flakes
1/8 tsp. ground Sichuan pepper
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 Tbsp. white rice vinegar
2 spring onions, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. vegetable or any neutral oil

Directions

1. Step 1 Empty the noodles into a large heatproof bowl. Pour in just-boiled water from the kettle to just cover the noodles, making sure they are submerged. Set aside to soften for 5min, or until just cooked.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in a separate large bowl add the garlic, chilli flakes, Sichuan pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, and spring onions. Heat the oil in a small pan over high heat until smoking hot. Pour over the aromatics and mix until combined.
3. Step 3Drain the noodles, add to the sauce bowl and toss to coat.