Description
Cilantro Lime Noodles are a vibrant and zesty dish that brings a refreshing twist to your dining table. This easy and quick recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive dish for gatherings. The combination of fresh cilantro and tangy lime juice infuses the noodles with bright flavors, while customizable spice levels accommodate all palates. Whether enjoyed as a stand-alone meal, paired with grilled proteins, or transformed into a chilled salad, these noodles are versatile enough to satisfy any craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.2 oz dry noodles (2 servings)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 small shallot (or red onion)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tbsp chili powder (optional)
- 1/4 cup oil (olive or your choice)
- 1.5 to 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice (juice from 1 lime)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions until slightly underdone; rinse under cold water and set aside.
- In a large heat-proof bowl, combine cilantro, garlic, shallot, curry powder, sugar, and chili powder.
- Heat oil in the same pot over medium-high heat until hot; test by adding a piece of garlic—if it sizzles, it’s ready.
- Pour hot oil over the cilantro mixture and mix well.
- Stir in mushroom oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and lime juice until combined.
- Add cooked noodles to the bowl; gently toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg