Description
A quick and easy 20 minute scallion noodle recipe featuring sautéed broccoli, garlic butter sauce, and optional protein additions like edamame and eggs. Perfect for a simple weeknight meal with bold flavors and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles
- 6 oz. dry ramen noodles (or Pad Thai rice noodles)
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 3 to 4 cups small broccoli florets (sub 8 oz. shiitake mushrooms)
- 1 whole bunch green onions (scallions), trimmed and thinly sliced, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced
- 2 tsp. freshly grated ginger
Oils & Fats
- 2 Tbsp. neutral cooking oil, divided
- 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds (or 1 to 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil)
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1/4 to 3/4 tsp. chili flakes (depending on desired level of spice) (sub chili oil)
- 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce or tamari
Optional Add-ins & Garnishes
- 1/2 cup shelled edamame (optional for added protein)
- Fried or soft-boiled eggs for serving (optional)
- Chili oil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and prepare noodles according to package instructions, usually about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Broccoli: Heat 1 Tbsp. of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add broccoli florets and sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a bowl and reduce heat to medium.
- Prepare Sauce Base: Add butter and the remaining 1 Tbsp. oil to the skillet along with two-thirds of the sliced scallions (reserve remaining scallions for garnish), garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Cook until softened and aromatic, about 3 minutes.
- Add Soy Sauce: Stir in the lower-sodium soy sauce or tamari to the skillet mixture.
- Toss Noodles: Add the cooked noodles back into the skillet along with the sautéed broccoli, shelled edamame (if using), and toasted sesame seeds. Use tongs to toss everything together thoroughly, coating the noodles evenly with the sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Divide the noodles into bowls. Top each serving with a fried or soft-boiled egg if desired, and sprinkle with the reserved chopped scallions. Drizzle chili oil over the top for extra spice if preferred.
Notes
- This dish comes together quickly and easily, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
- You can substitute broccoli with shiitake mushrooms for a different flavor and texture.
- Adjust chili flakes or chili oil according to your preferred spice level.
- Adding edamame boosts the protein content for a more balanced meal.
- Use lower-sodium soy sauce to avoid the dish becoming overly salty.
- Egg toppings are optional but add richness and extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.33 cup
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 625 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
