Description
Hibachi Noodles are a flavorful and savory dish inspired by Japanese hibachi-style cuisine. This quick and easy recipe features al dente noodles sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, flavored with soy and teriyaki sauces, and finished with a nutty aroma of sesame oil and seeds. Perfect as a main or side dish, it can be customized with vegetables or proteins for added variety.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 lb. linguine or noodles/pasta of choice, cooked al dente
Sauce & Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter until it begins to bubble, creating a rich base for the noodles.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add the Noodles: Toss the cooked, drained noodles into the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
- Incorporate the Sauces: Stir in the sugar, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce, ensuring the noodles are coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Season: Taste and add salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed, stirring to combine.
- Finish with Sesame Oil: Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the sesame oil over the noodles, tossing gently to distribute evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds if desired, serve immediately hot, pairing with hibachi-style meats or vegetables.
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, zucchini, or other vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
- Include grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak to make it a more substantial meal.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha sauce.
- Use gluten-free noodles and tamari in place of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
