Vegan Spicy Garlic Szechuan Noodles

Turn up the heat with these Vegan Spicy Garlic Szechuan Noodles, a bold and flavorful dish packed with tantalizing spice and umami goodness! This quick and easy recipe combines chewy wheat noodles (or gluten-free rice noodles) with a mouthwatering sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup for a hint of sweetness. Infused with fragrant minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and the robust kick of crushed Szechuan peppercorns, every bite delivers an irresistible mix of heat and zest. A touch of chili flakes and optional hot chili oil allows you to customize the spice to your liking, while garnishes like sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro add a vibrant finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or when you're craving an authentic takeout experience at home—completely plant-based and bursting with flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams dried wheat noodles (or gluten-free rice noodles if preferred)
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., vegetable, canola, or avocado oil)
• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, crushed
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust for spice preference)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (optional, for deeper color and flavor)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave syrup)
• 1 teaspoon hot chili oil (optional, for extra heat)
• 2 stalks green onions, finely sliced
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 50 grams bean sprouts (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, dark soy sauce (if using), rice vinegar, maple syrup, and hot chili oil (if using). Set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, crushed Szechuan peppercorns, and chili flakes. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir well. Let it simmer for 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss well to coat them evenly with the sauce. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the noodles are heated through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the noodles with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and any optional garnishes like bean sprouts or cilantro.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Spicy Garlic Szechuan Noodles!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(427.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141.9

Total Fat 36.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3662.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.1mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 718.2mg	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: 28.7%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 60.3%