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Easy Garlic Chili Oil Noodles Recipe

Name: Easy Garlic Chili Oil Noodles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Canola or vegetable oil; 1/4 cup Garlic (minced fine); 1 Shallot (sliced thin); 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 tbsp Korean chili flakes; 1 tbsp Ginger (peeled and grated); 2 tsp White granulated sugar; 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (toasted, plus more for garnish); 2 tsp Rice vinegar; 3 tbsp Soy sauce (reduced sodium); 1/4 cup Green onions (sliced, plus more for garnish); 8-9 oz Dried ramen noodles

ByRafael Mansero February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

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Introduction

These Easy Garlic Chili Oil Noodles offer a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and aromatic flavors. With a simple homemade chili oil infused with garlic, shallots, and ginger, this dish is a quick and satisfying meal for any noodle lover.

A large round gray bowl filled with cooked curly noodles coated in a light brown spicy sauce, scattered green spring onion slices, and red chili flakes. Two wooden chopsticks rest on the right side of the noodles, partially lifting some noodles. A white Chinese soup spoon with a small amount of chili oil and chili flakes sits in the bowl’s left side. Above the bowl, a small white bowl holds chili oil with bits of chili and green herbs. On the right side, a white bowl holds green onion slices and a wooden spoon, all set on a white marbled surface with three garlic cloves near the bowl base. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup Canola or vegetable oil
1/4 cup Garlic (minced fine)
1 Shallot (sliced thin)
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1 tbsp Korean chili flakes
1 tbsp Ginger (peeled and grated)
2 tsp White granulated sugar
1 tbsp Sesame seeds (toasted, plus more for garnish)
2 tsp Rice vinegar
3 tbsp Soy sauce (reduced sodium)
1/4 cup Green onions (sliced, plus more for garnish)
8-9 oz Dried ramen noodles

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine the canola oil, minced garlic, and sliced shallots starting with a cold pan. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the garlic turns light golden brown and the shallots begin to caramelize, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 2: Add the grated ginger and stir until fragrant. Then, mix in the Korean chili flakes, toasted sesame seeds, sugar, and sesame oil. Cook together for 1 minute.
Step 3: Stir in the rice vinegar and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat. Add the sliced green onions and transfer the chili oil into a large serving bowl.
Step 4: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the dried ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain the noodles once cooked.
Step 5: Add the hot noodles to the bowl with the chili oil. Toss well to coat all noodles evenly. Taste and season with salt if needed. Garnish with additional sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use freshly toasted sesame seeds for a deeper nutty flavor.
Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
Substitute ramen noodles with udon or soba for a different texture.
Add a soft boiled or fried egg on top for extra protein and richness.

Storage

Store any leftover noodles and chili oil separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When reheating, warm the noodles gently and toss with warmed chili oil to restore the fresh flavors.

How to Serve

A close-up of a bowl filled with cooked noodles mixed with small green chopped onions and specks of red chili flakes, giving the dish a textured look with colors of light yellow, green, and red. The noodles appear glossy and slightly oily, neatly held by wooden chopsticks lifting a portion from the bowl, which is white. To the side inside the bowl, a white ceramic spoon rests with some dark red and green sauce and oil. The background surface is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of oil for the chili oil?

Yes, you can substitute canola or vegetable oil with light olive oil or peanut oil. Just avoid strong-flavored oils that may overpower the dish.

How spicy are these noodles?

The spiciness mainly depends on the amount of Korean chili flakes used. The recipe has a moderate heat that can be adjusted easily by adding more or less chili flakes to suit your taste.