10 Quick-Fix Asian Noodle Recipes - Damn Delicious (2024)

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Fast, cheap and quick! And you can use any kind of noodles you have on hand – fettuccine, spaghetti, ramen, anything!

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Get your Asian noodle fix with these 10 recipes! They are seriously so easy to make, and you can use any type of noodles you have on hand – there’s no need to go to a specialty store. If spaghettiis your jam, spaghetti noodles can be used for all! Why make dinner more complicated than it really needs to be?

1. Asian Garlic Noodles – Easy peasy Asian noodle stir-fry using pantry ingredients that you already have on hand. Quick, no-fuss, and made in less than 30min. [GET THE RECIPE.]

2. Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta – The favorite bang bang shrimp is turned into the creamiest, easiest pasta dishes of all. You can also substitute Greek yogurt for a healthier twist. [GET THE RECIPE.]

3. Beef Noodle Stir Fry – You can add in your favorite veggies, making this to be the perfect clean-out-the-fridge type meal. [GET THE RECIPE.]

4. Easy Homemade Ramen – Ramen is easier to make than you think. And you know it’sso much tastier (and healthier) than the store-bought packaged version. [GET THE RECIPE.]

5. Teriyaki Chicken Noodle Bowls – The teriyaki sauce is completely homemade. But you can use store-bought too if you’re in a pinch. I won’t judge if you won’t.[GET THE RECIPE.]

6. Cheater Pho (Asian Noodle Soup) – ​With this simplified version, you can have homemade pho on your table in 30 min or less. It doesn’t get any easier (than the 4 hour pho version of course). [GET THE RECIPE.]

7. Sesame Soba Noodles – With a simple Asian vinaigrette and soba noodles, these noodles are quick and refreshing. Feel free to add a hard-boiled egg for protein. [GET THE RECIPE.]

8. Quick Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry – A lightning fast noodle stir fry made with linguine noodles, although you can use anything really – angel hair, fettuccine, spaghetti, etc. You name it. It’s all good.[GET THE RECIPE.]

9. Thai Shrimp Noodles – Shrimp, veggies and linguine. Plus, a peanut garnish. Done.[GET THE RECIPE.]

10. Panda Express Chow Mein Copycat – Tastes just like Panda Express except it takes just minutes to whip up and tastes a million times better. DUH. [GET THE RECIPE.]

posted on April 1, 2016under round up
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  1. Alayna November 28, 2021 @ 2:21 PM Reply

    On #5 it says to make your noodles then marinate your chicken I think you should make your noodles a little bit before you chicken is done marinating

  2. Sandra August 25, 2021 @ 9:10 AM Reply

    This list is exactly what I was looking for. I’ve been craving noodles for a while now.

  3. Angela Cervantes June 19, 2020 @ 2:38 PM Reply

    I tried your shrimp and asparagus recipe and my family LOVED IT!!!!

  4. Sini December 8, 2018 @ 9:49 AM Reply

    I’ve only attempted the bang bang shrimp recipe but can I just say it was so easy to make! And so tasty!!

  5. Susie Vree August 22, 2017 @ 5:27 PM Reply

    Tried your teryaki chicken dish and your garlic noodle dish. They are amazing!!!!!! You couldn’t be more right when you say they are better than take out. Made them exactly like you said and they turned out perfectly. They will be my new go to recipes when I have company over. Thank you!!!! Do you happen to have a recipe for the steamed vegetables at Chinese restaurants? I love the sauce they use but have no idea what it is. Thanks again!

  6. Karen July 7, 2017 @ 7:58 AM Reply

    These look wonderful! . Everything I’ve made from your blog is tasty and when I cook for friends, I inevitably have to share your recipe (don’t want to as I want them to think I’m the star chef!) Finally, I appreciate your recent posts with offering several recipe choices with similar food options (like all noodles!) so I can pick the ones I want to try. We are so lucky you’re there! Thank you!

  7. Melanie July 7, 2017 @ 4:18 AM Reply

    THANKS for these Asian recipes!!! I count on your recipes, and make them every week.They’re absolutely delicious.
    (Please keep posting more Asian ones. Korean recipes too. Jajangmyeon please.)
    Thank you!

  8. Juliet April 5, 2016 @ 10:53 PM Reply

    Absolutely delicious! I made it using prawns and grilled meat chunks. My kids loved it a lot. Find some more simple and quick cooking recipes at Simply Native Foods.

  9. Sarah April 5, 2016 @ 2:54 PM Reply

    ahhhh yes. I just bought two fresh packages of asian noodles 🙂

    Sarah
    @ Midwest Darling

  10. Thessauron April 5, 2016 @ 4:05 AM Reply

    I just ate dinner but I’m hungry again after seeing all these lovely pictures.

  11. Pepper Dasnee April 4, 2016 @ 7:20 PM Reply

    Thank you! These are great for when I’m craving for noodles 🙂

  12. Holly Deffenbaugh April 4, 2016 @ 7:18 AM Reply

    This makes me want to leave work early and make some teriyaki chicken! Your photography makes me drool.

  13. Fernando @ Eating With Your Hands April 2, 2016 @ 1:52 AM Reply

    Love me some soba noodles, especially with white sesame seeds on top!

    • FiveLittleHens April 3, 2016 @ 8:06 AM Reply

      You bet, especially in the heat of the summer. So cool and refreshing with a sake/cucumber martini!

      My favorite breakfast is ramen with poached egg and kimchi.

10 Quick-Fix Asian Noodle Recipes - Damn Delicious (2024)

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What can I add to noodles to make them tasty? ›

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  1. Frozen peas.
  2. Frozen sweetcorn.
  3. Edamame.
  4. Grated carrot.
  5. Spinach.
  6. Kale.
  7. Beansprouts.
  8. Spring onion.

What is lo mein sauce made of? ›

Most commonly, lo mein involves chicken, beef, pork, turkey, shrimp or tofu. Sauce components: Lo mein sauce is mainly composed of sesame oil, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, garlic, ginger, oyster sauce and a dash of sugar. If you like your noodles to have a little heat, you can sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.

How to make better 2 minute noodles? ›

The key to pimping up your 2-minute noodles is to make your own broth (you can discard the one you get with noodles) and stuff your noodles with veggies.

How do you pimp up noodles? ›

Simple Vegetables

For quick-cooking vegetables like baby spinach, sliced cabbage, or frozen peas, just add them after you pull the noodles off heat. Some vegetables, like broccoli, cauliflower, or thick snap peas can go in the pot about 2 minutes before its done boiling.

How do you jazz up ramen noodles? ›

10 Ingredients to Spice Up Your Ramen
  1. Sriracha. For those looking to add a different kind of kick in the form of heat, Sriracha is your option! ...
  2. Peanut Butter. ...
  3. Dried Seaweed. ...
  4. Furikake. ...
  5. Kimchi. ...
  6. Miso Paste. ...
  7. Soy Sauce. ...
  8. Eggs.
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What is the brown sauce in Chinese food called? ›

Oyster sauce is commonly used in Chinese food and adds a savory, salty, umami flavor. Both can be found in most grocery stores. If you like, you can add grated or minced ginger or garlic. Serve your homemade brown sauce with a beef, chicken, or pork stir-fry or chow mein dish.

What is the best Chinese sauce? ›

From soy sauce to rice wine, here are nine essential sauces and seasonings that you won't want to be without.
  • 01 of 09. Soy Sauce. The Spruce. ...
  • 02 of 09. Hoisin Sauce. ...
  • 03 of 09. Rice Wine. ...
  • 04 of 09. Rice Vinegar. ...
  • 05 of 09. Oyster Sauce. ...
  • 06 of 09. Asian Sesame Oil. ...
  • 07 of 09. Chili Paste/Sauce. ...
  • 08 of 09. Chili Bean Sauce.
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What is the Chinese brown sauce made of? ›

Basically, the most common American-Chinese Cantonese sauce (like for beef and broccoli) is almost always Oyster Sauce, Soy sauce, Corn Starch, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, Chicken/Pork/Beef stock and optionally sesame oil. Many people add additional MSG powder to the sauce.

How do you upgrade instant noodles? ›

Upgrading instant ramen is all about the add ins, and that begins with adding fresh aromatics to your broth to really give the flavor some oomph. I like to add fresh garlic, ginger, and green onion. I usually have all three of these on hand (I keep my ginger in the freezer), so it's a no-brainer.

What can I add to noodles? ›

  • Butter and Milk (France) To give your noodle recipe a French twist, all you'll need are two ingredients: butter and 🥛 milk. ...
  • Kimchi (Korea) ...
  • Fried Bacon and Egg (USA) ...
  • Peanut Butter and Sriracha Sauce (Thailand) ...
  • Sliced Cheese (Italy) ...
  • Sesame Oil and Soy Sauce (Japan) ...
  • Garlic and Soy Sauce (China) ...
  • Canned meat.
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How to make perfect instant noodles? ›

Bring 2½ cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the noodles and cook for 2 minutes. Add the flavor packet, stir, and continue to cook for another 30 seconds. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add the egg.

What makes noodles taste better? ›

Try adding peanut butter for a Thai-inspired dish.

Instead, whisk together sesame oil, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger and pour it over the hot noodles. Add chopped scallions and sesame seeds for even more flavor.

How to make noodles like Kylie Jenner? ›

✨️recipe incase you wanna try: ✨️cook ramen according to package, save the water. ✨️place noodles in a pan and mix in 1tbls butter, 1tsp garlic powder, 1egg beaten and a bit of the noodle water. mix fully ✨️top with everything bagel seasoning, enjoy 😉 #food #ramen #kyliejenner #fyp.

How do you add flavor to bland noodles? ›

Fresh herbs and garnishes: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro, basil, or green onions over the noodles just before serving. These herbs will provide a burst of freshness and add an aromatic element to the dish.

How do you flavor bland noodles? ›

  1. Salt your water before you add the noodles. ...
  2. Add a bouillon cube/flavor packet to the water before adding noodles.
  3. Don't cook noodles in water but use chicken or beef broth..don't forget rule 1.
  4. Cool noodles in salted water, drain and add butter to noodles..and fresh herbs..
Apr 28, 2021

How do you make bland noodles taste better? ›

You probably want to add a little brown sugar and some lemon juice for acid. If you're going nuts as you seem, then I'd probably add something like fried crunchy onion as a garnish in quite a large dose. Also don't forget to cook the shrimp in butter. don't rinse your noodles!

What can I add to my pasta noodles? ›

Depending on how bare your cupboard is, I have done a few things.
  1. Boil with a garlic clove and salt. The garlic adds a bit of flavor and then I remove it, mash it and re-add it to the pasta.
  2. Olive oil or butter and herbs. ...
  3. Butter, eggs, and cheese. ...
  4. Fried eggs and cheese. ...
  5. Tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, herbs.
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