My Indo-Chinese version of spicy Chilly Garlic Noodles is vegan and incredibly simple to prepare. It delivers a mouth-watering, luscious experience guaranteed to awaken your taste buds. This takeout-at-home-style dinner has a combination of two types of chili that adds a fiery kick, making it a delectable, spicy treat you’ll crave again and again. Garlic: The key flavor in this spicy vegan noodle recipe is garlic, so don’t hold back! Using a garlic chopper to chop the garlic cloves can save time and make the process easier. Chili: To add spice, I’ve used red pepper flakes and green chilies. You can also substitute with Korean chili powder, Sichuan-dried crushed chilies, or gochugaru. For extra heat, consider garnishing with chili oil, chili crisp, Bird’s eye chili, or Thai chili. Veggies: When the craving strikes, I use whatever veggies I have on hand. This time, I added green peas and bell peppers, but feel free to customize with your favorites. Nuts and Seeds: Peanuts and sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and crunchy texture in this Indian-style noodle recipe. Ginger Paste: Adds a warm, aromatic depth to this plant-based noodle dish. Cilantro: Chopped fresh cilantro brings a refreshing flavor to these Asian stir-fry chili garlic chili noodles. Parsley can be used as an alternative. When making any Asian, Chinese, Indo-Chinese recipe, cook in sesame oil. It brings out the best authentic flavors. But of course you can use any other vegetable oil if you don’t have sesame oil. Optional Ingredient: Hot Chili Oil, or Chili Crisp Oil makes a great garnish. Use homemade or store-bought oil. Chinese salt (Ajinomoto): While the FDA states that MSG is safe, use it at your discretion. Adding MSG gives this veggie noodle recipe a nice umami taste.
These vegan Asian Chili Garlic Noodles are versatile—enjoy them hot or cold, making them perfect for meal prep. They’re an excellent dish for potlucks, parties, weekend brunches, or even as a quick lunch in your child’s lunchbox. This comforting, 10-minute vegan Chilli Garlic Noodle recipe is a convenient and simple option for busy weeknights.
What to serve with these spicy Chinese Noodles
Serve them on its own or with a side of pan-fried veggies or salads like Cucumber Salad, Tomato Salad, or Chickpea Salad! Pair chilli noodles with a bowl of Tomato Soup, Dal Shorba, or Broccoli Soup for a cozy, satisfying meal. Cool down with a Watermelon Rose drink, Mango Lassi, or Rose Lemonade. If you serving it as part of a feast, pair it with Rasmalai Cake, Chai Cheesecake or Eggless Brownies!
