Description
Zesty cilantro lime noodles deliver a tantalizing dance of Mexican-inspired flavors that awaken taste buds. Packed with fresh herbs and citrusy notes, these noodles promise a quick, delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Noodles:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) rice noodles or preferred noodles
Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegan oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Additional chopped cilantro
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil, ensuring ample space for the noodles to move freely during cooking.
- Carefully submerge the noodles into the boiling water, stirring gently to prevent clumping and cooking until they reach a tender yet slightly firm texture.
- Drain the noodles in a colander, then immediately rinse under cold running water to halt the cooking process and remove excess starch, preventing them from sticking together.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whisk together finely chopped cilantro, crushed garlic, fiery red pepper flakes, aromatic sesame oil, rich soy sauce, zesty lime juice, tangy rice vinegar, umami-packed vegan oyster sauce, and sweet agave syrup until the ingredients meld into a vibrant, harmonious sauce.
- Transfer the cooled noodles into the sauce, using tongs or chopsticks to delicately fold and coat each strand, ensuring an even distribution of the complex flavor profile.
- Plate the sauced noodles into individual serving dishes, creating an inviting presentation that showcases the glistening, herb-infused strands.
- Enhance the dish with a generous sprinkle of freshly chopped cilantro, toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, and delicate green onion rings, adding visual appeal and additional layers of flavor.
- Serve immediately while the noodles are at their peak temperature and texture, inviting diners to savor the vibrant, tangy, and aromatic creation.
Notes
- Choose rice noodles or zucchini noodles for a gluten-free alternative that keeps the dish light and refreshing.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice levels, allowing everyone from heat-lovers to mild-preference eaters to enjoy the dish.
- Toast sesame seeds briefly in a dry pan to enhance their nutty flavor and create a more complex aromatic profile for the noodles.
- Prep ingredients in advance and keep sauce separately to create a quick meal or make-ahead lunch option that stays vibrant and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg