0 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 ounces of broad rice noodles or pasta according to the manufacturers instructions
1 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
2 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
3 Cook the shallots and garlic until golden brown and crisp
4 Add 1 tablespoon of finely minced ginger and 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds and cook for about 60 seconds, stirring consistently
5 Pour the hot oil over the bowl with green onions and cilantro and stir to combine
6 Drain the noodles and add them to the hot oil mixture
7 Toss to combine
8 Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds
