Name: Garlic Chili Oil Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound (450g) fresh wheat noodles or 12 oz (340g) dried noodles; 8 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons Sichuan chili flakes (or regular red pepper flakes); 1/4 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola); 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar (or balsamic vinegar); 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground (optional); 4 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional); 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Prepare the noodles

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and divide among 4 serving bowls.
Make the chili oil

In a small heatproof bowl, combine the minced garlic and chili flakes. Heat the neutral oil in a small saucepan until shimmering hot (about 350°F/180°C). Carefully pour the hot oil over the garlic and chili flakes. The mixture will sizzle immediately, releasing a fragrant aroma.
Prepare the sauce

In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, black vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and ground Sichuan peppercorns (if using) until the sugar dissolves completely.
Combine and serve

Pour the sauce over each bowl of noodles. Top with the garlic chili oil mixture, dividing it equally among the bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds. Toss everything together thoroughly just before eating to coat the noodles evenly with the spicy, aromatic oil.
Adjust seasoning

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, vinegar for tanginess, or chili oil for heat according to your preference.

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

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