Customize the flavors to your personal preference. Add more garlic, soy sauce or fish sauce for extra flavor. And if you're making a big batch, extra butter makes the noodles more saucy.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Servings: 2Servings
Calories: 624kcal
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Ingredients
6oz.dry noodlesabout 2 (3.5 oz packages) instant ramen noodles - or any noodles like spaghetti
4Tablespoonsbutter, or more to taste
6clovesgarlic, finely minced or sliced
1Tablespoonbrown sugar
1Tablespoonsoy sauce or Maggi seasoning, or fish sauce (start with 2 teaspoons first because these are extra salty)
1Tablespoonoyster sauce or hoisin or any bbq sauce
Boil noodles according to the package instructions. Drain noodles and set aside, then the wipe pot clean.
Using the same pot (or separate pan) return to stove on medium-high heat, then add the butter. Once butter sizzles, add garlic. Fry for about 1 minutes or until fragrant. Don't let the garlic burn.
Add the brown sugar, soy sauce and oyster sauce and stir well.
Immediately add the cooked noodles and toss evenly with the sauce.
Remove from pan and serve the garlic noodles on plates or bowls.
Top with green onions and fresh herb of your choice. Season with salt and pepper if desired.