Description
Cilantro Lime Noodles are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a burst of freshness to your table. This easy recipe combines fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and aromatic garlic to create a delicious meal in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these noodles can be customized with your favorite proteins and vegetables, making them versatile for any occasion. Whether served as a main course or alongside grilled meats, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.2 oz dry noodles (your choice)
- 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 oil recommended)
- 1.5 to 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions but undercook slightly. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine cilantro, garlic, shallot, curry powder, sugar, and optional chili powder.
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until hot; test with garlic for sizzling.
- Pour hot oil over the fresh mixture and stir well.
- Add mushroom oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and lime juice; mix thoroughly.
- Toss in the cooked noodles until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with chili oil or extra cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg