Spicy Mandarin Noodles

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Spicy Mandarin Noodles—an irresistible fusion of bold heat and bright citrus flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines tender rice noodles with a silky mandarin orange sauce, infused with soy sauce, hoisin, and a fiery kick of sriracha. Crisp red bell peppers and julienned carrots add color and crunch, while fresh ginger and garlic bring an aromatic depth. Garnished with green onions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these noodles are an ideal choice for flavorful vegetarian dinners or as a vibrant addition to an Asian-inspired meal plan.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz rice noodles
• 1 cup mandarin oranges (peeled or canned, drained)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons sriracha
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced into thin strips)
• 1 cup julienned carrot
• 3 stalks green onions (sliced into thin rounds)
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water to prevent sticking, and set aside.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, blend the mandarin oranges, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of sesame oil (if desired) and stir-fry the red bell pepper and carrots for 3-4 minutes, or until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 4

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables and pour the mandarin orange sauce over the top. Toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and the noodles are heated through.

Step 6

Remove from heat and garnish the dish with green onions, chopped cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant and spicy Mandarin Noodles!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1080.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	925.0

Total Fat 32.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 4220.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 56.4g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232.9mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1815.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.8%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 62.1%