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20 Minute Stir Fried Honey Ginger Sesame Noodles…best for nights when you’re craving a saucy, salty, noodle, but want something homemade…and quick. Noodles stir fried in a sweet and spicy, ginger garlic sauce with lots of stir fried vegetables and toasted sesame cashews. These quick vegetable-filled noodle bowls can be made and ready in just about 20 minutes. Not only is this a healthy (vegan) noodle bowl, it’s also delicious…and extra saucy too. Just the way all noodles should be.
Well, happy Thursday day guys! Not sure about you all, but this week is both flying by and going so slow. Busy days, but also long days, which makes me very much ready for a quick-cooking weeknight dinner…and then the weekend!
Enter these, saucy, quick, and easy noodles…inspired by Asher, but fancied up a bit (in a good way)!
The Idea
Nothing about this recipe requires rocket science by any means. It’s a very simple recipe, but also one of those recipes that everyone finds really damn delicious. It’s the combination of a salty soy sauce and sweet honey…so good!
Asher LOVES noodles. Just like my mom really. Anything buttery, salty, and filled with carbs is right up her alley.
But ramen noodles tossed in a bit of soy sauce? Oh my gosh, that is her real favorite. If I made that for her daily, she’d be a pretty happy gal. I too had a craving for noodles, so I thought, why not just make Asher’s favorite recipe, but do it up ever so slightly.
The Details
I always start by making the cashews, which are totally optional. But I do love the crunch and added texture they bring. I roast them in the oven, then toss them with soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and sesame seeds. They come out a little sweet, spicy and salty.
Warning, they are definitely a bit addicting. You may just want to double the recipe and save some for later!
While the nuts bake, I do literally everything else so that by the time they’re done cooking, the noodles are ready for eating.
For the sauce, it’s a simple mix of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and peanut butter or tahini. I like to add molasses for a little tang and sweetness that you’d usually find in a hoisin-style sauce.
Next, boil the noodles. You can really use any kind of noodle, but a good ramen noodle is my favorite. If you’re gluten-free, use your favorite rice noodles (or try these gluten-free ramen noodles). Make the recipe work for you! Drain the noodles, then start stir-frying the vegetables. I like to use a mix of vegetables. Broccoli, snap peas, peppers, and spinach are my favorites! Throw in lots of ginger, then pour in the sauce and simmer a bit until the sauce thickens.
Now grab those noodles and toss them right into that sauce. Add a couple of spoonfuls of chili garlic oil and stir fry until the sauce coats the noodles. Then remove everything from the heat and serve it up!
It’s best to serve these right off the stove as the noodles soak up the sauce pretty quickly! That’s not to say that leftovers aren’t great, because they are. But the noodles are BEST right off the stove.
Perfect for busy spring and summer weeknights. When it’s hot out and you’re looking for a quick and healthy dinner…this is your dish!
Hoping you guys love this one as much as I do. I’m already excited to make this again tonight!
Looking for other quick noodle recipes? Try these:
30 Minute Creamy Turmeric Chicken and Noodles
Saucy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Coconut Milk and Rice Noodles
Lastly, if you make these 20 Minute Stir Fried Honey Ginger Sesame Noodles be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
20 Minute Stir Fried Honey Ginger Sesame Noodles
Servings: 6
Calories Per Serving: 376 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 4 tablespoons honey (maple or brown sugar, if vegan)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- black pepper
- 8 ounces ramen noodles, Chinese egg noodles, or rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons sesame or extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups mixed stir fry vegetables
- 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
- 1-2 tablespoons garlic chili oil
- 2 tablespoons raw sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Spread the cashews out on the baking sheet and bake 5 minutes. Add the sriracha, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons honey, and the sesame seeds. Toss to combine. Bake another 5 minutes, until toasted.2. Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions, drain. 3. To make the sauce. In a jar, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce. 3 tablespoons honey, the rice vinegar, peanut butter, molasses, and a big pinch of black pepper. 4. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and stir-fry until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ginger, cook another minute, then pour in the sauce and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the noodles and chili garlic oil. Toss to combine, cooking another 3-5 minutes until the sauce coats the noodles. 5. Serve the noodles topped with cashews and green onions.
This is so yummy! I’m eating it right now and is better than takeout that’s for sure!! The cashews were a wonderful addition.
Hi Teri,
Happy Wednesday! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks a bunch for giving it a try! xx
Yessssszzzz 100% Keeper. Made my own garlic chili oil with 1 glove garlic 2 TBSP oil, and 1 TBSP Red Pepper Flakes. Next time I would half the red pepper flakes, because too spicy for hubby. Used bag of frozen stir-fry veggies, thought I would miss fresh, but it was super good and saved tons of chopping. Could literally eat these noodles every day. Thanks, Tieghan!
Hey Liz,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks for giving the recipe a try and your comment, love to hear that it was enjoyed!! xTieghan
Do I leave out the miso soup packet on the rice ramen?
Hi Taylor,
Yes, no need to add the packet of seasoning:) I hope this recipe turns out amazing for you, let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
These noodles are delicious! I’ve made them several times now and snow peas are a favorite. The cashews add heartiness. What a quick and easy dinner!
Hey Loni,
Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan
Can’t wait to make this tonight! Do you suggest anything to substitute molasses for? Or would it be alright to omit it completely?
Hey Katie,
You can omit the molasses:) Please let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Omg this is amazing. Totally hit the spot!! New top fave, thanks Tieghan
Hey Kaitlyn,
Happy Friday!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it!! ☀️xxT
So good! My cottage country town didn’t have a few of the ingredients, and even with substitutes, this was excellent. Thanks Tieghan, you delivered another winner
Hi Kris,
Awesome!! Thanks for making this recipe, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! Have a great week:) xTieghan
Love this recipe! The cashews are so addicting it was hard not to eat them before they made it to my noodles. I added some cucumbers to my bowl at the end to balance out some of the heat.
Hi Katie,
Happy Sunday!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! xTieghan
So good!! It was a hit with the whole family. Like another reviewer, I omitted pretty much all spicey spices and it was still so full of flavor. The cashews are insanely good. Next time I’ll probably add way more veggies to keep it hearty without the meat. A must make!
Hi Alli,
Happy Friday!! Thanks a lot for giving this recipe a try and sharing your feedback, I love to hear that it was enjoyed!! xT
We really liked the recipe and the spice was great – we especially loved the cashews 😉
BUT I had to just give 4 stars because we really had problems with the serving size of the sauce because their was way not enough sauce for our family (2 adults and 2 children) the relation between sauce and noodles didn’t fit for us 😉
Hi Kathi,
Happy Friday!! Thanks a lot for giving this recipe a try and sharing your feedback, I love to hear that it was enjoyed!! Sorry to hear there was not enough sauce for you! xT
Absolutely delish. The cashews were amazing. I also made a little extra.
Prior to starting the vegetables I stir fried bite size pieces of chicken. Removed them from the pan and then started with the veggies. Tossed them back in at the end. That made a whole meal.
Great job Tiegan.
Hi Kathy,
Awesome!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for giving it a try! Thanks for your kind message:) xx
This was a knockout! I almost doubled the sauce because someone’s comment said it was too little but changed my mind and the amount was perfect! I added fresh veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, snow peas, small corns and baked chicken. It tasted like high end restaurant. Will be keeping in my rotation.
Hey there,
Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! xTieghan
Excellent! We leaned into the heat a bit with hot honey. I think it would have been spicy enough with regular honey, but it was great for us! We also added some leftover chicken chunks from your hot honey sheet pan chicken recipe. Nice dinner. Made to directions except the hot honey and adding chicken.
Hi Deborah,
Awesome!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for giving it a try! xx
Loved this dish!! The cashews were so crunchy and spicy! Had some left over and am keeping them in a jar but they won’t last long! Perfect combination of salty and sweet.
I enjoy your recipes especially since they are easy and delicious!
Thank you for your creativity and expertise in the kitchen.
Hey Stephanie,
I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for giving it a try and sharing your review:) xxTieghan
I loved this recipe! I don’t like spicy so I skipped the garlic chili oil and the sriracha and it still was delicious. A definite keeper to my recipe file.
Hey Audrey,
Awesome!! I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for your comment and sharing your feedback! xxT
Made this tonight with improvisation. No molasses, just up’d the honey and PB, added some red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat. Didn’t have cashews so made chicken Katsu for the crunch. It was so easy, so good and so filling.
Hey Pam,
Wonderful!! Thank you so much for making the recipe, I am so glad to hear that it was enjoyed!! Have the best week:) xxT