Garlic Chili Oil Noodles (Easy 10-Minute Recipe)

These garlic chili oil noodles are the easiest way to turn a jar of homemade garlic chili oil into a delicious meal. Ready in just 10 minutes, they’re spicy, savory, and tossed with fish sauce, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh green onions.

Got a jar of homemade garlic chili oil in your fridge? These garlic chili oil noodles come together in just 10 minutes. Instead of making the chili oil from scratch every time, simply toss cooked noodles with garlic chili oil, a splash of fish sauce, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh green onions for a simple meal that’s full of flavor.

If you’re looking for a quick lunch, an easy weeknight dinner, or a satisfying late-night snack, these garlic chili oil noodles deliver restaurant-style flavor with very little effort. Serve them on their own, or pair them with my Chinese shrimp omelette, ramen egg, Hainanese chicken, or char siu pork for an even more satisfying meal.

Homemade garlic chili oil is a versatile condiment that adds bold flavor to dumplings, stir-fries, fried rice, and my 10-minute Garlic Chili Oil Noodles.

Recipe Ingredients

Ingredient Notes

Dried Noodles – I’m using Taiwanese dao xiao mian (knife-cut noodles), which have a pleasantly chewy texture and hold the garlic chili oil well. You can use almost any type of noodles you like, such as wheat noodles, ramen, udon, or egg noodles. Cook according to the package instructions until tender.

Garlic Chili Oil – This recipe uses my homemade garlic chili oil, which adds plenty of spicy, garlicky flavor. Adjust the amount to your preferred spice level.

Oil – A little extra oil helps coat the noodles and balances the chili oil. You can use vegetable oil, chicken oil, or lard for extra richness.

Fish Sauce – Fish sauce adds a savory umami flavor. If you prefer, you can substitute it with light soy sauce, though the flavor will be slightly different.

Green Onions – Fresh green onions add a mild onion flavor and a pop of freshness that balances the rich, spicy noodles.

Toasted Sesame Seeds – These add a subtle nutty aroma and a little crunch. Toast them lightly if using raw sesame seeds.

Mushroom Powder (Optional) – Mushroom powder adds an extra boost of umami but can be omitted if you don’t have it.

How to Make Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

STEP 1. Prepare the sauce mixture by combining the garlic chili oil, oil, fish sauce, pepper, and mushroom powder in a large mixing bowl (Image 1). Stir in some green onions (Image 2).
Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions until tender (Image 3). (I’m using Taiwanese dao xiao mian, which takes about 6 minutes to cook.) Drain the noodles well using a colander (Image 4).

STEP 2. Transfer the cooked noodles to the bowl with the sauce (Image 5). Toss with chopsticks until the noodles are evenly coated (Image 6). Transfer to a serving bowl (Image 7), then garnish with more green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving (Image 8).

Serving Suggestions

These garlic chili oil noodles are delicious on their own for a quick meal, but they’re just as satisfying when paired with your favorite Asian dishes.

For a heartier meal, serve them with crispy pork belly, Hong Shao Rou (Chinese red-braised pork belly), Dong Po Rou, or flourless fried chicken. Their rich, savory flavors pair beautifully with the spicy garlic chili oil noodles.

To complete the meal, enjoy these noodles with a refreshing drink like lychee tea, tamarind iced tea, or pineapple mint soda. If you’d like something sweet afterward, try Hong Kong egg tarts, mango pudding, or mango sago for a delicious Asian-inspired dessert.

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles FAQs

Storage

These garlic chili oil noodles are best served immediately after cooking. I don’t recommend storing them overnight because the noodles will absorb the sauce and become less chewy.