Description
This Hibachi Noodles recipe is a flavorful and quick-to-make dish featuring linguine tossed in a savory garlic-butter sauce with soy and teriyaki, finished with sesame oil and seeds. Perfect as a side or a light main, it pairs wonderfully with hibachi-style grilled meats or stir-fried vegetables for an authentic Japanese-inspired meal at home.
Ingredients
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Noodles
- 1 lb. linguine or noodles/pasta of choice, cooked al dente
Sauce and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter to create a rich, savory base for the noodles.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.
- Add the Noodles: Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet and stir well to coat them evenly with the garlic-butter mixture.
- Incorporate the Sauces: Stir in sugar, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce. Toss the noodles thoroughly to ensure even coating with the flavorful sauce.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, stirring well to combine all flavors.
- Drizzle with Sesame Oil: Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle sesame oil over the noodles to add a nutty aroma and enhance flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired. Serve the hibachi noodles hot, ideally alongside hibachi-style meats or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Add Veggies: Sauté mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra flavor and texture.
- Protein Boost: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak to make it a more filling dish.
- Spice It Up: Incorporate a pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle sriracha for some heat.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free noodles and tamari sauce instead of soy sauce to accommodate gluten-free diets.
