Description
Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this delicious Sweet and Sour Noodles recipe. Loaded with colorful veggies and a delectable sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Rice Noodles:
- 8 ounces rice noodles or spaghetti
Vegetable Mix:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar in a small bowl to make the sweet and sour sauce.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Cook Vegetables: Add bell peppers and carrots, cook for 3–4 minutes until tender. Stir in pineapple chunks and cooked noodles.
- Combine and Thicken: Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables, stir to combine. Add the cornstarch slurry, cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add tofu, shrimp, or chicken for extra protein.
- Use lo mein or soba noodles as alternatives.
- For a spicier version, add chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
