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Asian Garlic Noodles

Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlight Jessica Randhawa
December 31, 2021
4.83 from 317 votes


Last Updated December 31, 2021 | 42 Comments

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Asian Garlic Noodles is a quick and easy 20-minute noodle stir-fry that’s made using your favorite noodles in a delicious sauce made with garlic, butter, soy sauce, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for anyone who loves garlic!

Shallow bowl filled with noodles smothered in a garlic butter and soy sauce and garnished with grated parmesan cheese and green onions.

Easy Asian Garlic Noodles Recipe

There is so much joy and comfort found in a bowl filled with carbs and sauce. All foods, and food combinations, are great, but slurping up noodles swimming in a salty garlic-buttery sauce is really high up on the list. If you’ve never tried anything like these Asian garlic noodles before, you may be wondering how ingredients like butter, soy sauce, parmesan cheese, and plenty of fresh garlic could possibly come together to actually make something that tastes great. I may not have a scientific answer for you guys, but I’m going to guess it has a lot to do with our love for salty, sweet, and umami flavors which really shine within this recipe.

Also, it’s super quick and easy to make which, for some reason, helps make food taste better. Enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or as a late-night snack. Add some protein – chicken, tofu, shrimp, or drippy fried eggs. Or don’t because these Asian garlic noodles really are so good just as they are.

Recipe Note

This is not a low-sodium recipe and it is meant to taste quite garlicky. Please modify the total amount of soy sauce or garlic if you prefer a more mild sauce.

Overhead image of a shallow bowl filled with noodles smothered in a garlic butter and soy sauce and garnished with grated parmesan cheese and green onions.

How to Make Asian Garlic Noodles

Start by gathering the ingredients. Next, boil a large pot of water to cook your noodles. Some noodles cook quite quickly while others may take up to 8-10 minutes. Check the package directions before getting started so that you can plan accordingly.

As the water comes to a boil, I will usually combine all of the ingredients for the sauce (oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and white pepper) in a small bowl. Next, I peel and mince the garlic, grate the parmesan cheese, and chop the green onions.

If you haven’t already, start boiling your noodles. Before draining, reserve a cup of boiling noodle/pasta water. Drain and rinse with cool water.

Now, set a large skillet over medium heat. Melt the butter and add the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds or so, or until the garlic is fragrant and golden (not burnt). Pour in the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer. Immediately add the noodles, remove from heat, sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese, and mix well to combine the noodles with the sauce.

Garnish with red chili flakes, chopped green onions, grated parmesan cheese, and sesame seeds.

Quick Tips

  • I used soba noodles for this recipe. Feel free to use any type of noodle or pasta (including spaghetti noodles). Cook just until al dente so that they don’t become soggy and remember that not all noodles or pasta require the same amount of cooking time.
  • Fresh garlic is the way to go for this recipe, but pre-minced garlic will work if that’s all you have. Use approximately 1 teaspoon of minced garlic per clove of fresh.
  • To thicken the sauce, add some of the reserved noodle water until the desired consistency is reached. If your sauce is too thick, add some water, veggie broth, or chicken stock.

What to Serve with Asian Garlic Noodles?

I usually serve my garlic noodles with a protein like baked salmon, shrimp, tofu, or fried egg. I also like to include a veggie side dish like bok choy, Chinese broccoli, or regular broccoli.

Shallow bowl filled with noodles smothered in a garlic butter and soy sauce and garnished with grated parmesan cheese and green onions with two metal chop sticks half in the noodles.

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Have you tried making this Asian Garlic Noodles Recipe?

Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

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Shallow bowl filled with noodles smothered in a garlic butter and soy sauce and garnished with grated parmesan cheese and green onions.

Asian Garlic Noodles

4.83 from 317 votes
AuthorAuthor: Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa
Asian Garlic Noodles is a quick and easy 20-minute noodle stir-fry that's made using your favorite noodles in a delicious sauce made with garlic, butter, soy sauce, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for anyone who loves garlic!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine American, Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 369 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 8-10 ounces Asian style noodles - see notes
  • 2 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce - (optional

    )

  • 2 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves fresh garlic - minced`
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese - grated
  • ¼ cup green onions
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes - optional
  • sesame seeds - to garnish

    (optional)

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Instructions
 

  • Cook noodles or pasta to al dente according to package instructions (cooking time will vary). When the noodles are soft, reserve 1 cup of the boiling noodle water and strain. Rinse the pasta with cold water. Set aside.
  • Combine the oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and white pepper in a small bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant – approximately 30-60 seconds. Add the prepared sauce to the garlic butter and mix well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the cooked noodles to the simmering sauce. Gently toss to combine. Remove from heat.
  • To thicken the sauce, add some of the reserved noodle water until desired consistency is reached. If the sauce becomes too thick, add some water, vegetable broth, or chicken broth, as needed.
  • Sprinkle with the grated parmesan cheese, green onions, and red chili flakes. Gently mix to combine.
  • Best served immediately.

Jessica’s Notes

Noodles: I used soba noodles for this recipe. Feel free to use any type of noodle or pasta (including spaghetti noodles). Cook between 8-12 ounces of noodles or pasta. If you prefer your noodles with more sauce, cook closer to 8 ounces.
Serving: This recipe is excellent with cooked shrimp, tofu, chicken, or fried egg.
Leftovers: Keep leftovers stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. The sauce will thicken upon cooling, so plan to add at least a couple of tablespoons of water or broth to help loosen things up.
Please note: This is not a low-sodium recipe. It is meant to taste garlicky. Please modify the total amount of soy sauce or garlic if you prefer a more mild sauce. Additionally, this is a Western/Asian fusion recipe heavily influenced by each cuisine (soy sauce/oyster sauce/etc. from Asia and Parmesan cheese from the west).

Nutritional Information

Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 2156mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 2mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlight

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlight

About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Denise Gonzalez says

    March 1, 2025 at 9:08 pm

    5 stars
    Good grief, these are delicious ๐Ÿ˜‹. I was skeptical about the parm but it came out great. Thanks for the recipe ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      March 1, 2025 at 10:34 pm

      I’m so glad to hear you loved the Asian garlic noodles and that the Parmesan worked out well for you! It’s always fun to experiment with unexpected ingredients. Thank you for giving the recipe a try and for your wonderful feedback. Enjoy your delicious noodles! ๐Ÿ˜Š

      Reply
  2. Karen Hintz says

    February 2, 2025 at 11:19 am

    5 stars
    wow! this dish packs a big flavor punch… and that’s exactly what I was looking for. I made it to go with the Panda Express String Bean Chicken dish. It’s a perfect combo.

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      February 2, 2025 at 11:21 am

      I’m so glad you loved the bold flavors! Pairing it with Panda Express String Bean Chicken sounds like a perfect matchโ€”great choice! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
  3. Katrina says

    January 26, 2025 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    Really enjoyed this! Didnโ€™t have sesame seeds or white pepper but did everything else according to recipe and used rice noods. Quick and easy. Sauce felt a little thick, adding water was just the ticket. Mine not as pretty brown but I think thatโ€™s the rice noodles. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      January 27, 2025 at 7:23 am

      I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe! Yes, using rice noodles can affect the color slightly, but it sounds like you made great adjustments. Thanks for sharing your experience!

      Reply
  4. Becky says

    January 20, 2025 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    Opted out of the Parmesan but followed the rest. Very good! Sautรฉed carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower, cooked up some ground pork, and added all of that at the end. Really great!

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      January 21, 2025 at 7:54 am

      I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe and made it your own by adding sautรฉed carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and ground pork! It sounds like a delicious and nutritious twist. Leaving out the Parmesan and still finding it very good shows the recipe’s versatility. Thank you for sharing your adaptations; it’s always exciting to see how others customize their dishes!

      Reply
  5. Loretta J Hartman says

    August 7, 2024 at 4:23 pm

    I like your recipe but why would you want to put that kind of cheese in Asian recipe. When I make this I will not use the cheese.

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      August 7, 2024 at 4:41 pm

      Asian Garlic Noodles, especially those popular in the San Francisco Bay Area, often include cheese as a unique twist that blends Eastern and Western culinary traditions. This fusion approach appeals to a diverse palate by incorporating familiar Western ingredients like cheese into traditional Asian dishes, creating a creamy, savory flavor profile that enhances the garlic and complements the noodles. The addition of cheese helps to balance the robust garlic and often spicy elements, providing a rich, comforting depth that makes the dish more versatile and appealing to a broader audience.

      Reply
      • Kimberley says

        October 19, 2024 at 4:08 pm

        5 stars
        I love this response! I didn’t add the cheese because we don’t have any, but the noodles were delicious! We will try with cheese next time.

      • Tess says

        November 23, 2024 at 6:10 pm

        Hello, your recipe looks de-lish! If I doubled the recipe, would that be sufficient for 12 side dish servings? Thanks!

      • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

        November 24, 2024 at 9:29 am

        Depending on how hardy the main is and the appetite of your guests, it should be enough ๐Ÿ™‚

  6. Doug Laggner says

    February 28, 2024 at 4:01 pm

    Sorry but the parmesan cheese ruined it for me. And i like parmesan cheese. The other ingredients brought out the stinky salty shoe flavor of the cheese and not in a good way

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      August 7, 2024 at 4:42 pm

      Asian Garlic Noodles from the San Francisco Bay Area often feature cheese, blending Eastern and Western culinary traditions for a unique fusion. This addition enhances the dish’s savory garlic flavor with a creamy richness, making it appealing to a diverse range of palates.

      Reply
  7. Louisa says

    February 27, 2024 at 3:08 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious! I added a fried egg at the end and it melted in my mouth. I didnโ€™t have any dark soy sauce so added a splash of coconut aminos and a tiny dollop of molasses. Toasted the sesame seeds and [chefโ€™s kiss]. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      February 27, 2024 at 4:09 pm

      Thanks Louisa ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  8. Laura says

    November 23, 2023 at 6:54 pm

    5 stars
    It was a big hit! Thank you

    Reply
  9. Ravyn says

    November 5, 2023 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    I love this recipe. I added a little ginger paste and Sriracha to the sauce and cilantro at the end… AMAZING!

    Reply
    • Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlightJessica Randhawa says

      November 5, 2023 at 11:21 am

      Thanks! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
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