Description
Cilantro Lime Noodles are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fresh herbs, zesty lime, and a touch of spice for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy recipe can be enjoyed as a main course or a side. With its delightful mix of ingredients, including fresh cilantro and optional chili powder for heat, this noodle dish is customizable to suit any palate. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying bowl that brightens your dining experience. Serve it hot or cold, and enjoy the versatility of this delicious creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.2 oz dry noodles of 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 olive oil
- 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 al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine cilantro, garlic, shallot, sugar, curry powder, and chili powder.
- Heat oil in a pot until it sizzles when garlic is added; then pour over the mixed ingredients.
- Stir in mushroom oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and lime juice.
- Toss the cooked noodles in the sauce mixture until well coated.
- Serve hot or chilled as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Half the recipe (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg