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Cilantro Lime Noodles Recipe

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Cilantro Lime Noodles is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring chewy noodles tossed in a tangy, aromatic cilantro lime sauce with a hint of spice. Perfect as a quick and easy vegetarian meal, it balances fresh herbs, zesty lime, and savory mushroom oyster sauce to create a refreshing yet satisfying noodle dish.

Ingredients

Noodles

  • 5.2 oz dry noodles of choice (2 servings) – suggested: knife cut noodles

Cilantro Lime Sauce

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 small shallot or red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tbsp chili powder (optional for extra spice)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Seasonings

  • 1.5 to 2 tbsp vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce, to taste
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (juice from 1 lime)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles: Prepare your noodles according to package instructions, but slightly undercook them so they remain chewy. Once cooked, rinse the noodles under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside. Rinse and dry the pot used for cooking noodles to prepare for the next step.
  2. Prepare the cilantro lime sauce mixture: In a large heat-proof bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, minced garlic, chopped shallot or red onion, curry powder, sugar, and chili powder if using. Mix the dry ingredients well to blend flavors.
  3. Heat the oil: Place the rinsed pot on medium to medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Heat for about 3-4 minutes until hot and small bubbles start to form. To test if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of garlic in the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
  4. Temper the sauce: Turn off the heat and immediately pour the hot oil over the bowl with the cilantro and spices. Enjoy the sizzling sound as the hot oil cooks the aromatics and releases their fragrance. Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine.
  5. Add seasonings: Add the vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and fresh lime juice to the sauce. Mix everything well so the flavors meld together.
  6. Toss the noodles: Add the cooked noodles to the sauce mixture and toss until the noodles are evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with more mushroom oyster sauce if desired.
  7. Finish and serve: Optionally, drizzle with chili oil or sauce for extra heat. Serve the noodles hot and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh cilantro for the best flavor and aroma in the sauce.
  • Slightly undercooking the noodles prevents them from becoming mushy when tossed in the sauce.
  • Vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce adds umami without animal products; substitute with soy sauce if unavailable.
  • Adjust chili powder and chili oil quantities to suit your preferred spice level.
  • This dish is best served fresh to enjoy the vibrant flavors and texture.

Find it online: https://alinacooks.com/cilantro-lime-noodles-recipe/