Description
Hibachi Noodles is a flavorful Japanese-inspired stir-fry dish featuring yakisoba or lo mein noodles tossed in a savory sauce made of soy, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. This quick and easy recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes, perfect as a side or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 1 lb yakisoba, lo mein, or spaghetti
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
- Prepare the noodles: Cook the noodles or pasta just before completely soft or al dente; they should still have a slight bite. Drain the noodles well and set them aside.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, light brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Cook the noodles: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the drained noodles to the skillet and cook them, stirring occasionally, until they develop a slight golden coloring.
- Toss with sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the noodles in the skillet. Toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients, cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to allow the sauce to meld with the noodles.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the noodles, and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use yakisoba or lo mein noodles for an authentic texture; spaghetti is a good substitute if unavailable.
- For extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Adjust the brown sugar amount for desired sweetness.
- Garnish with green onions or chopped cilantro for added freshness.
- If you like a spicy kick, add a dash of chili flakes or sriracha sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
