Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
Ingredients
- 2 tbspoil
30 ml, i used 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 ½ tbspgarlic
finely chopped
- 1 tbspginger
finely chopped
- ½ mediumred onion
sliced
- 4 tbspsoy sauce
60 ml
- 1 tbsprice vinegar
15 ml
- 1 tbsphot sauce
- 1 tspsugar
- ¼1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cwater
12 oz
- 8 ozstir-fry rice noodles
- green onions)
chopped, to garnish (the green part only
- white sesame seeds
to garnish
Directions
- 1
Press the sauté button and then press the adjust button to set sauté to "less". Once it displays hot, add a tablespoon each of sesame oil and avocado oil (or any flavorless oil) and then add the chopped garlic.Cook for around 4 to 5 minutes stirring often until the garlic just starts to change color. At this point press "cancel" and then press the sauté again and press adjust button to set sauté to "normal" now.
- 2
Add the chopped ginger and sliced onions. Cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Then add the soy sauce, rice vinegar and hot sauce and stir.
- 4
Add the water, scrape the bottom and make sure there's nothing stuck at the bottom of the pot else the pot won't come to pressure. If you have an 8qt and you get burn message, you might need additional 1/2 cup of water here.Also add the sugar and salt and stir.
- 5
Add the noodles on top, you might have to break a few in order for them to fit. Press the noodles slightly with the help of a spatula, just so that they are a little wet.(PS: if placing the noodles is taking time and water starts boiling a lot, you can always press cancel and the layer the noodles).
- 6
Close the lid and press the manual or pressure cook button. Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes with the pressure valve in the sealing position (you can add extra 2 minutes for softer noodles, for me 3 minutes is perfect).Let the pressure release naturally for 3 minutes and then do a quick pressure release by manually moving the valve from sealing to venting position. Open the lid and toss the noodles with a pair of tongs.
- 7
Add chopped green onions. Garnish with more green onions, white sesame seeds and serve these garlic noodles with your favorite hot sauce on the side!
Stove-top instructions
- 1
Boil noodles according to instructions on the package and set aside. Heat the oil in a wok on low-medium heat. First cook the garlic until it starts changing color then turn heat to high and add the ginger and onions. Cook for 1 minute then add the soy sauce, vinegar, hot sauce, salt and sugar. Mix everything and then add in the boil noodles. Toss until noodles are well coated with the sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds and serve.
Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, comforting meal without the fuss? These Instant Pot Garlic Noodles deliver incredibly rich, savory flavors in a speedy one-pot package. In just 30 minutes, you'll have a delightful main course that's perfect for busy weeknights, and it's naturally a wonderful vegan meal option.
The magic of this recipe lies in its sheer simplicity and the power of the Instant Pot. By cooking the stir-fry rice noodles directly in the pot with the aromatic sauce, you bypass the need for separate boiling, making cleanup a breeze and ensuring every strand is deeply infused with garlic and ginger from the start. This unique one-pot approach guarantees a cohesive, incredibly satisfying dish that tastes like it took hours, not minutes.
Prepare your senses for a symphony of savory, umami-rich flavors. You'll experience the punchy warmth of finely chopped garlic and ginger, beautifully balanced by the tangy notes of rice vinegar and the deep savoriness of soy sauce. A touch of sugar rounds out the profile, while hot sauce adds a customizable kick. The stir-fry rice noodles emerge perfectly tender, coated in this luscious sauce, offering a satisfying slurp with every bite. Topped with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this vegan dish is a testament to how simple ingredients can create something truly special.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to make this recipe your own. For a milder flavor, you can reduce or omit the hot sauce entirely, or amp it up if you love the heat. The recipe uses a blend of sesame oil and avocado oil, but you can certainly experiment with other neutral oils if you prefer. You can also adjust the amount of salt to your personal taste.
Serving & Context
These Instant Pot Garlic Noodles are a fantastic standalone main course, ideal for a quick and satisfying dinner. Garnish generously with chopped green onions (the green part only) and a sprinkle of white sesame seeds for a vibrant finish and added texture. They're sure to become a go-to in your weeknight rotation.