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Easy Potato Noodles

Chewy sweet potato glass noodles tossed in a glossy chili-garlic soy sauce with crisp veggies and scallions. Vegetarian-friendly, quick, and packed with flavor—ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225 g) sweet potato glass noodles (dangmyeon or fen si)
  • 2 Tbsp neutral oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup thin bell pepper strips
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 small carrot, julienned
  • 4 scallions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
  • 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp dark soy sauce (optional)
  • Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1–2 tsp chili crisp or ½–1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp water (for slurry)
  • 7 oz firm tofu, cubed and pan-crisped (optional)
  • 2 soft-scrambled eggs (optional)
  • 8 oz cooked ground chicken (165°F if using non-veg, optional)
  • sesame seeds, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok
  • tongs or chopsticks
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Colander

Method

  • Boil sweet potato noodles according to package directions (6–7 minutes) until chewy. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
  • Whisk together soy sauces, vinegar, honey, chili crisp, and sesame oil to make the sauce. Mix cornstarch and water separately to make a slurry.
  • Heat neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add bell pepper, cabbage, mushrooms, carrot, and scallion whites. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Pour in the prepared sauce and simmer for 20 seconds. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens and turns glossy.
  • Add noodles and any optional protein. Toss for 1–2 minutes until heated through and evenly coated.
  • Top with scallion greens and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 870mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2800IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.4mg

Notes

Ramen Swap: Use two bricks of instant ramen; boil for 2 minutes and toss with sauce.
Mapo-Style: Stir 1 Tbsp doubanjiang into 7 oz tofu with ½ cup broth; spoon over noodles.
Gluten-Free: Use tamari and ensure noodles are gluten-free.
Cold Noodle Salad: Rinse noodles in cold water and toss with doubled vinegar and cucumbers for a refreshing version.
Meal Prep Cups: Divide into four containers; reheat with a splash of water before serving.
Pair With: Pumpkin Shaped Baked Brie, Pumpkin Tiramisu, or Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins.
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