Description
Cilantro lime noodles blend zesty Mexican flavors with comforting Asian-style pasta for a quick weeknight dinner. Tangy herbs and citrus create a refreshing meal that will satisfy cravings and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) rice noodles or preferred noodles
- 2 tbsps sesame oil
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp vegan oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp agave syrup or honey
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Additional chopped cilantro (optional topping)
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional topping)
- Sliced green onions (optional topping)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Heat a large pot of water to a vigorous boil, creating ample space for noodles to cook evenly and freely.
- Cook Noodles: Immerse noodles in boiling water, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, and cook until achieving an al dente consistency with a slight bite.
- Prepare Sauce: Combine cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, vegan oyster sauce, and agave syrup in a mixing bowl, whisking until the ingredients meld into a unified, complex flavor profile.
- Drain and Rinse: Strain noodles in a colander, immediately rinsing with cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch, preventing clumping.
- Combine and Coat: Gently fold the cooled noodles into the prepared sauce using tongs, ensuring each strand is thoroughly and evenly coated with the vibrant dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer noodles to serving dishes, topping with fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and green onion rings. Present immediately to capture the optimal temperature and texture, inviting diners to enjoy the aromatic and tangy dish.
Notes
- Master Noodle Boiling: Use a large pot with plenty of water to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking, allowing noodles to move freely for perfect texture.
- Prevent Starch Buildup: Rinse noodles immediately with cold water after cooking to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch, keeping them separate and preventing clumping.
- Balance Sauce Ingredients: Whisk sauce components thoroughly to create a harmonious blend, adjusting spice levels and acidity to personal taste preferences.
- Coating Technique: Use tongs or chopsticks to gently fold sauce into noodles, ensuring each strand is evenly and delicately coated for maximum flavor distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg