15 Min Soy Ginger Noodles

Veggie • 15 min • Quick

A fast, flavourful noodle dish infused with soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of sesame. These glossy, slurp-able Soy Ginger Noodles come together in just 15 minutes and pair beautifully with veggies, tofu, or chicken. Better than takeout and unbelievably easy.

• 8 oz rice noodles or thin wheat noodles
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola, sunflower, or avocado)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, sliced

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• ¼ cup water
• Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes or 1 tsp chili crisp

• Toasted sesame seeds
• Extra green onions
• Lime wedge (optional)

• Sautéed vegetables
• Crispy tofu
• Shredded chicken
• Stir-fried mushrooms

1. Cook the noodles

Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse briefly to prevent sticking.

2. Prep the sauce

Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, and chili flakes in a small bowl until smooth.

3. Saute aromatics

Heat oil in a large pan over medium. Add garlic, ginger, and half the green onions. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

4. Combine noodles & sauce

Add cooked noodles to the pan. Pour the sauce over and toss for 1–2 minutes until the noodles turn glossy and evenly coated.

5. Finish

Turn off heat. Add remaining green onions and sesame seeds. Toss gently.

6. Serve

Serve immediately with extra sesame seeds and a squeeze of lime.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes

• Large skillet or wok
• Pot for noodles
• Small bowl (for sauce)
• Knife and cutting board

• Make it a full meal: Add tofu, chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables.
• Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free tamari and rice noodles.
• Sweeter noodles: Add +1 tsp honey.
• Spicy version: Add chili crisp or sriracha.
• More sauce: Add 2–3 tbsp extra water.

• Refrigerator: 2–3 days (noodles may absorb sauce; add a splash of water when reheating).
• Freezer: Not recommended (noodles become gummy).
• Reheat: Warm in a skillet with a spoon of water.

• Ready in 15 minutes
• Budget-friendly, pantry-staple ingredients
• Perfect base for vegetables or proteins
• Flexible: mild or spicy
• Better than takeout and healthier

You may also enjoy our 6-Ingredient Creamy Pesto Pasta, try the 15 Min Garlic Butter Salmon, or go for a Lemon Herb Quinoa Bowl.