Quick & Easy Spicy Green Noodles Recipe

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Banana peppers are milder and lower in calories.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing a neutral flavor.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are lower in fat and calories.

noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Rice noodles are gluten-free and often less expensive.

Cook noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in sliced green bell pepper and jalapeño; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet; toss to combine with vegetables.

Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; mix well to coat noodles evenly.

Sprinkle in sugar, black pepper, and salt; stir to combine.

Add shredded carrots and chopped scallions; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Serve hot, garnished with crushed peanuts and extra lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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