Description
A quick, comforting noodle dish with crisp vegetables and a rich, glossy homemade teriyaki sauce—perfect for busy weeknights and cozy cravings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz noodles (spaghetti, soba, rice noodles, or your favorite)
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, snow peas, carrots, broccoli)
- 2 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Sauté vegetables for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add noodles and water or broth. Stir to separate noodles slightly.
- Pour in teriyaki sauce and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and sauce is thickened.
- Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Optional garnishes: chili crisp, lime wedges, extra sesame seeds.
- Add protein like tofu, cooked chicken, shrimp, or edamame for a heartier meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- To freeze, portion into bags/containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
- Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or microwave, stirring halfway.
