This Sesame Garlic Carrot and Noodles recipe is a delightful vegetarian option that's not only easy to whip up but also perfect for those moments when you need a quick yet satisfying meal. Combining vibrant spiralized carrots with the comforting texture of noodles, this dish brings a wonderful harmony of flavours to your plate.
The dish is brought to life with a light yet impactful sesame garlic stir-fry sauce, which gently coats the noodles and spiralized carrot, offering a subtle yet unmistakable flavour that elevates the entire meal.
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Calories in Garlic Sesame Carrot and Noodles
This Garlic Sesame Noodles serves 2 and is 432 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Needed
To make this Chinese Lemon Chicken, you will need the following ingredients:
- Dried Egg Noodles: I use medium sized egg noodles, but you can use any noodles you prefer. I use 2 nests which are 85g each, but some brands may differ. The total calories are for the brand I use.
- Low Calorie Spray - Use your preferred choice of low calorie spray, I prefer olive oil or avocado sprays without any added emulsifiers.
- Soy Sauce: I opt for a blend of light and dark soy sauce. My favourite premium brands include Lee Kum Kee or Pearl River Bridge. Keep in mind that certain supermarket brands may not impart the same rich colour to your noodles.
- Toasted Sesame Oil: Opt for toasted sesame oil to enhance the flavour of your dish to its fullest potential. This oil, in combination with honey, also helps create a luscious, glossy coating to the noodles.
- Sriracha: this is to add a touch of heat to your noodle dish, adjust the amount to suit your desired spice level
- Honey: this is used to balance the salty/spicy flavour and give a glossy sauce to the noodles.
- Garlic - 2 fresh cloves or you can use lazy garlic
- Ginger: fresh ginger root finely grated is preferred for the best flavour.
- Spring Onions: Utilize the white part for flavour enhancement, reserving the green portion for garnishing the noodles just before serving.
- Toasted Sesame Seeds: used as a garnish
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.
Best Pan for Stir Fries
Choosing the right pan can significantly impact the outcome of your stir-fry noodles. Here's what to consider:
- Large Flat-Bottomed Frying Pan: As I use an electric hob, my preferred choice for stir-frying noodles is a large flat-bottomed frying pan. This type of pan offers stability and even heat distribution, resulting in perfectly cooked noodles without the risk of instability on the hob surface.
- Wok: For those fortunate enough to have a gas hob, a traditional wok is an excellent option for stir-frying noodles. Its curved shape allows for easy tossing and stirring, ensuring even cooking. Plus, the high sides prevent ingredients from spilling out as you toss them.
Tips for Stir Frying Noodles
Here are some of my tips for achieving perfectly coated noodles in your luscious stir-fry sauce:
- Preparing Noodles: Once cooked, drain the noodles and lightly spray them with low-calorie spray. Gently toss to coat and prevent sticking until ready to stir-fry.
- Prepare Ingredients in Advance: Have all ingredients prepped and ready to go before starting to stir-fry for a smooth cooking process.
- Preheat the Pan: Ensure your pan is adequately preheated over medium-high heat to prevent sticking and facilitate quick cooking.
- Maintain High Heat: Keep the heat on high throughout the stir-frying process to achieve the desired flavor and texture without ending up with soggy noodles.
- Follow Package Directions: Different brands of noodles may have varying cooking times and methods. Always refer to the package directions for the best results.
- Work in Batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming rather than frying. Cook in batches for consistent results.
- Toss Frequently: Use utensils to toss the noodles and ingredients frequently for even cooking and to prevent sticking.
Following these tailored tips will help you consistently create delicious stir-fried noodle dishes.
More Low Calorie Noodle Recipes
Love a simple quick noodle dish? check out these other recipes:
- Hoisin Chicken with Noodles
- Chicken Singapore Noodles
- Drunken Chicken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)
- Easy Peanut Chicken Noodles
- Yakitori Chicken and Noodles
- Chilli Beef Noodles
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FAQ for Garlic Sesame Carrot and Noodles
Yes, you can! Simply substitute gluten-free soy sauce and noodles. Look for specifically labeled gluten-free soy sauce and rice or gluten-free noodles. Keep in mind that the color of the dish may be slightly lighter due to the use of gluten-free ingredients.
Follow the package instructions for cooking gluten-free noodles, as they may require slightly different cooking times compared to traditional wheat noodles. Additionally, be mindful that gluten-free noodles can become mushy if overcooked, so check them frequently while boiling.
While it's best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare the garlic sesame carrot and noodles ahead of time. Store the cooked noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, reheat the noodles in a pan or microwave until heated through.
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Recipe Card
Garlic Sesame Carrot and Noodles
Enjoy the savory fusion of sesame, garlic, and tender carrots paired with delightful noodles. Elevate your taste buds with this irresistible blend of flavours!
Ingredients
- 170g (6oz) of dried egg noodles
- low calorie spray oil
- 100g (3.5oz) of carrot, julienned
- 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 2 teaspoons of sriracha
- 3 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to packet instructions, drain and spray with low calorie spray oil and set aside.
- Combine the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha and honey in a bowl.
- Heat a wok or large frying pan over a medium high heat.
- Spray with low calorie spray, add the julienned carrot and white part of the chopped spring onions, stir fry for about 1 minute to soften.
- Add in the sauce and noodles and toss until all coated and warmed through.
- Top with green part of the chopped spring onions and sprinkle with the sesame seeds.
- Enjoy!!
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Nutrition Information
Yield 2 Serving Size 1 SERVINGAmount Per Serving Calories 432Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1301mgCarbohydrates 75gFiber 4gSugar 16gProtein 10g
Nutritional information and values etc are an estimate and is to be used for informational purposes only. Ingredients can vary greatly from brand to brand and therefore it would be impossible to give accurate information. It is always advised that you calculate by the ingredients you use.
Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says
Honey can be used instead of maple syrup.