Hoisin Garlic Noodles
main course · Chinese
Simple, highly rated hoisin-and-garlic noodles (NYT Cooking / Hedy Lou McKinnon) — bouncy noodles tossed in a sweet-savory hoisin sauce and pan-crisped at the end.
Added Apr 20, 2026
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
Ingredients
14 oz dried wheat or egg noodles
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
6 scallions, separated into whites and greens, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Salt (for boiling water and to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Notes
Uses 14 oz dried noodles to serve about 4. Maple syrup or honey can be used interchangeably; adjust sweetness to taste. Use wheat or fresh/egg noodles depending on preference. Toasted sesame seeds add nuttiness—toast them lightly if not already toasted. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet to regain some crispness. Optional additions: cooked shrimp, chicken, tofu, or a drizzle of chili oil for heat.
Preparation
1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles until al dente (follow package timing; pull them the moment they start to soften so they stay bouncy).
2
Drain the noodles and rinse briefly under cool water to stop cooking and remove excess starch; set aside.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup (or honey) until smooth.
4
Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
5
Add the chopped garlic and the white parts of the scallions and cook, stirring, until fragrant and just softened (about 30–60 seconds).
6
Quickly pour the hoisin sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to combine with the aromatics.
7
Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat them in the sauce.
8
Spread the noodles evenly in the pan and let them cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bottom develops a bit of crispness.
9
Toss or flip the noodles once to crisp another area if desired, taste, and season with salt and pepper as needed.
10
Serve immediately, topped with toasted sesame seeds and the green parts of the scallions.
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