Description
Hibachi Noodles are a flavorful and satisfying Japanese-inspired dish featuring yakisoba or lo mein noodles tossed in a savory soy-sesame sauce with garlic, ginger, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect as a quick dinner or a delicious side, these noodles are cooked to al dente and lightly pan-fried to achieve a slight crisp and enhanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 1 lb yakisoba, lo mein, or spaghetti noodles
Sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
Other
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles just before they are completely soft or al dente, leaving a slight bite. Drain the noodles well and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, light brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger until the sugar is dissolved and well combined.
- Heat Butter: Place a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt and get slightly bubbly but not browned.
- Pan-Fry Noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Cook them on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for several minutes until they develop a slight golden coloring and some crispy edges.
- Add Sauce and Toss: Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles and toss thoroughly to coat all noodles evenly. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds as a garnish, and serve the hibachi noodles immediately. Enjoy your flavorful dish!
Notes
- Use yakisoba noodles for the most authentic texture, but lo mein or even spaghetti pasta can substitute in a pinch.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a splash of chili oil or sprinkle crushed red pepper during the sauce mixing step.
- For added protein, consider tossing in cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu along with the noodles in step 4.
- Make sure not to overcook the noodles initially to prevent them from becoming mushy after pan-frying.
- To enhance the nutty flavor, lightly toast the sesame seeds before garnishing if not already toasted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
