Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

What it costs

Estimated from German discount supermarket prices (Aldi and Lidl) in October 2026. Only the amount used is counted, not the whole pack. Prices vary by store and country.

Ingredients

• 200 g wheat noodles
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp chili flakes
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 2 spring onions, whites and greens separated
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp black vinegar (or rice vinegar)
• 60 ml neutral oil

Steps

1. Cook the noodles as the packet says, then drain.
2. In a heatproof bowl, add the garlic, chili flakes, sesame seeds, spring onion whites and sugar.
3. Heat the oil until it shimmers (about 180°C) and pour it over the bowl. It will sizzle loudly.
4. Stir in the soy sauce and vinegar.
5. Toss the hot noodles in the sauce and top with the spring onion greens.

Handy to have

• Large frying pan