Description
Cilantro Lime Noodles are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the freshness of cilantro and the zing of lime in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or packed lunches, this easy-to-make noodle bowl can be customized to your liking by adding proteins or vegetables. With a blend of garlic, shallots, and spices, these noodles are not only quick to prepare but also packed with delicious flavor. Whether served warm as a main dish or chilled as a refreshing salad, Cilantro Lime Noodles make for a satisfying meal any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.2 oz dry noodles (2 servings)
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ small shallot (or red onion)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp curry powder
- ½ tbsp chili powder (optional)
- ¼ cup oil (e.g., olive oil)
- 1.5 to 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Cook noodles according to package instructions until slightly undercooked. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine cilantro, minced garlic, shallot, curry powder, sugar, and chili powder.
- Heat oil in a pot until hot; pour it over the mixture in the bowl and stir well.
- Add vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and lime juice; mix thoroughly.
- Toss cooked noodles into the bowl until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg