Spicy Garlic Noodles with Crispy Shallots
Serves 4
10 mins prep
10 mins cook
20 mins total
A bowl of spicy, salty, garlicky noodles with crispy shallots, herbs and chilies.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 ounces of broad rice noodles or pasta according to the manufacturers instructions
In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, 2 tablespoons of garlic chili sauce or gochujang, 3 finely chopped green onions, 1/4 cup of finely chopped fresh cilantro and 1/3 cup of soy sauce and set aside for now
While the noodles are cooking, combine 1 cup of a neutral oil with 6-8 finely minced cloves of garlic and 2 finely chopped shallots in a skillet and place over medium heat
Cook the shallots and garlic until golden brown and crisp
Add 1 tablespoon of finely minced ginger and 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds and cook for about 60 seconds, stirring consistently
Pour the hot oil over the bowl with green onions and cilantro and stir to combine
Drain the noodles and add them to the hot oil mixture
Toss to combine
Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds
