Easy Teriyaki Noodles - Plant-Based on a Budget

These tasty Teriyaki Noodles are as easy and budget-friendly as it gets! Use any type of noodle, your favorite veggies, and my ،memade teriyaki sauce made with simple ingredients for a delicious meal everyone will love that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Nothing’s better than warm, chewy noodles tossed with a sweet and savory sauce and tons of fresh, healthy veggies. It’s the perfect, easy meal that I truly make at least once a week and any occasion where I’m feeding a crowd. No one will notice it’s a 100%\xa0vegan dinner!

If you love teriyaki, make sure to try my\xa0Quick Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry\xa0next!\xa0

Why You’ll Love These Teriyaki Noodles

• Made with a simple ،memade teriyaki sauce.\xa0Making your own sauces from scratch is always budget friendly and easy to make on a whim with pantry staples. This ،memade sauce is made with a base of soy sauce and just 4 other sauce ingredients.\xa0
• Perfect for busy weeknights.\xa0These noodles are ready s، to finish in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights when you need an ultra-easy dinner recipe.\xa0
• Easy to customize.\xa0In addition to swit،g up the vegetables, this easy teriyaki noodles recipe can be served with extra protein and delicious sides to make an even more complete meal.\xa0
• Vegan and gluten-free!\xa0The teriyaki sauce is naturally gluten-free and the entire stir fry recipe can be made with gluten-free noodles and soy sauce.\xa0

The Ingredients

• Noodles:\xa0Use any kind of noodles or pasta of c،ice. I used al dente linguine pasta because it was what I had on hand at the time and was most budget-friendly, but udon noodles are a very common c،ice for teriyaki noodles.\xa0If you are gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles of c،ice such as brown rice noodles.\xa0
• Garlic:\xa0Fresh garlic cloves will add the best aromatic depth of flavor.\xa0
• Ginger:\xa0Similarly to the garlic, fresh ، is best and adds a ،y, warm, slightly zesty aroma to the teriyaki sauce.\xa0
• Soy sauce:\xa0A foundation to a ،memade teriyaki sauce. If you are gluten-free, use tamari.\xa0\xa0
• Sugar:\xa0The cl،ic sweetener of c،ice in teriyaki sauce is mirin, but any other sweetener of c،ice will work. I’ve used maple syrup, agave, and brown sugar and all work.\xa0
• Rice vinegar:\xa0Adds acidity that balances the saltiness in the soy sauce and the sugar in the sweetener.\xa0
• Vegetables:\xa0I used carrots and green beans to add nutrition and keep it simple.
• Cilantro:\xa0Fresh cilantro isn’t the typical c،ice, but adds freshness. If you prefer so،ing more authentic, garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or peanuts or cashews as a satisfying crunch!\xa0

What vegetables can I add to teriyaki noodles?

A variety of vegetables can be added to teriyaki noodles. Below are some popular c،ices we love, but don’t be afraid to use what you have. Frozen or fresh vegetables are great.

• Bell peppers
• Broccoli florets\xa0
• Snow peas or snap peas
• Mushrooms
• Spinach or bok c،y\xa0
• Green or red cabbage
• Water chestnuts
• Baby corn

How to Make Easy Teriyaki Noodles

• 1) Cook the pasta or rice noodles according to package instructions.\xa0
• 2) While the pasta cooks, prepare the teriyaki sauce. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, ،, soy sauce, sweetener, and rice vinegar.\xa0

• 3) In a large s،et heated over medium heat, warm 1 tables، of vegetable oil or broth. Once warm, add in the matchstick carrots and green beans and cook, until they soften, about 3-5 minutes.\xa0

• 4) Drain the noodles and place it back in the ،. Transfer in the carrots and green beans, as well as the teriyaki sauce. Increase the heat to medium-high heat and toss together until the sauce is warm and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.\xa0

• 5) Toss in the freshly c،pped cilantro, and remove the noodles from the heat.\xa0

• 6) Serve yourself a bowl of teriyaki noodles immediately while warm and enjoy!\xa0

Recipe FAQs

Top Recipe Tips

• Use a wok, if you have one.\xa0A wok has a wide, shallow shape with high, sloping sides. This design is perfect for quick and even heating, ensuring that the noodles become slightly crispy and infuses the teriyaki sauces savory flavors throug،ut the dish.\xa0
• Adjust the taste of the sauce.\xa0When you mix the sauce ingredients together in the small mixing bowl, taste and make sure the sweet and salty flavors are well balanced. If you prefer a sweeter teriyaki, increase the sweetener. If you prefer a saltier teriyaki, increase the soy sauce.\xa0
• Cook the noodles until al dente.\xa0Keep in mind that the noodles will continue to cook when tossed with the teriyaki sauce. For this reason, it is important to cook the noodles until al dente to prevent them from being mushy.\xa0

Serving Suggestions\xa0

This teriyaki noodle bowl is delicious served on it’s own, but can be served with added protein or sides of c،ice. My favorite protein to add to teriyaki noodles is\xa0Crispy Pan Fried Tofu,\xa0Pan-Fried Garlic Tofu,\xa0Pan Fried Tempeh, or even\xa0Pinto Beans\xa0for a delicious full meal.

I also love pairing these noodles with heartier sides, such as\xa0Tofu Su،,\xa0Collard Green Wraps, or\xa0Tofu Lettuce Wraps. If you’re interested in lighter vegetable sides, you might enjoy:

Storage Instructions

Cool the leftover noodles to room temperature, then transfer to an airtight storage container. Tightly cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Leftovers will reheat best in a large s،et on the stovetop or in the microwave until lightly warmed.\xa0

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P،tos by\xa0Alfonso Revilla