Easy Instant Pot Garlic Noodles Recipe
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Asian Style Instant Pot Garlic Noodles Recipe is super delicious & so easy to put together. It is a perfect vegetarian meal that you can put together in no time. Quick & Easy Restaurant Style Garlic Noodles are your best friend when the craving kicks in.
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Easy Asian Instant Pot Garlic Noodles Recipe
Since these Asian Garlic Noodles are so quick to put together, you can make these for any meal. It is the perfect lunch or dinner that your family will love. Make it today for a fuss-free quick dinner on the table with just few handful ingredients.
If you do not know then my family is Garlic crazy. We can never have enough garlic in our dishes. There is always room for more.
What is Garlic Noodles?
Garlic Noodles are popular American Asian Noodles that you can find in restaurants. They have tons of umami flavor and are very simple to make.
It is a simple recipe that needs few common ingredients to bring it together.
Since instant pot makes cooking easier and fuss-free, it is easier and faster to make it at home now.
Check out our other Instant Pot Asian Recipes
Check these out –General Tso’s Vegan Meatballs, Red Thai Curry, Green Thai Curry, Thai Curry Noodles, Kung Pao Spaghetti, Massaman Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Dan Dan Noodles, Vegetable Noodles, Teriyaki Noodles and more.
What are the Asian Garlic Noodles Ingredients?
Noodles
I used spaghetti for this. But I have used Fettuccine Noodles also and those work well too. Love the chewy texture of this noodle. You can use linguine if you like.
Cooking Oil
You can use any kind. Although Sesame oil is preferred.
Fresh Produce –
Garlic Cloves, and bell peppers. You can go ahead and add whatever vegetables you like to make it more “healthy”.
Condiments
Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce– I keep a bottle of vegetarian Hoisin Sauce handy in my refrigerator all the time. It is easily available at whole foods. And may be at your local grocery store or Asian store. If you do not have it and want to make it right away, then Ketchup works so good too. Trust me.
Water or Vegetable Broth
Garnish
Green Scallions and sesame seeds if you like
Kitchen Gadgets
What kind of Noodles can I use for this recipe?
I have used Spaghetti in this recipe. But you can totally use fettuccine or linguine for this recipe. I have tried this recipe with all 3 kinds of noodles and it doesn not disappoint with either of them.
What can I use in place of Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce?
In case you do not have vegetarian hoisin, use Ketchup instead. Believe me that sweet and tart taste of ketchup brings it together.
What kind of Vegetables can I use for this recipe?
Although this recipe does not need any vegetables, but you can personalize it with the vegetables.
I often use classic coleslaw that has finely shredded cabbage and carrots in it.
Broccoli, carrots, green beans, bell peppers are some vegetables that you can use in the recipe.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes you can. Make it ahead of time and re-heat and use when ready to eat.
Can I half the recipe?
Yes you can make this recipe with 8 ounce noodles instead of 1 pound (16 ounce) noodles.
Does the time vary when I half or double the quantity?
The time will remain the same. Most of the long pasta/noodles take 10-12 minutes on gas top. Therefore for Instant pot cooking, we will half the time to 5 minutes and follow QPR (quick pressure release).
Can I make it on gas top?
This recipe can easily be made on gas -top. Boil the pasta separately and drain. Saute the garlic and add sauces followed by boiled pasta. Toss it all together.
If you are using any vegetables then you will add those after sauteeing the garlic. Finish with the garnish and serve hot.
How to re-heat the leftovers?
You can either microwave it with a spritz of water or re-heat on gas top in a large pan with little water.
What can I serve it with?
You can serve it with General Tso’s Vegan Meatballs, Hot & Sour Soup or Wonton Soup.
Tips and Tricks for making Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
When making garlic noodles at home, here are some tips and tricks to make it easy and delicious:
- If you don’t have spaghetti on hand, you can use linguine, thin spaghetti noodles, angel hair pasta or any long pasta/noodle.
- If you do not want to chop the garlic, then you could use pre chopped garlic found in most grocery stores or use a garlic press to easily mince the garlic.
- You can easily Double the recipe or even half the recipe . The time will remain the same.
- To add to the meal, you can top with stir-fried veggies like broccoli, baby corn, water chestnut, zucchini, bell peppers and mushrooms.
How to make Asian Garlic Noodles in Instant Pot?
I have tried making this recipe in 2 different ways and I am going to share both ways. You can pick and choose the one you want. But my favorite is definitely number 1 which is a 2 step recipe.
My favorite way to cook Garlic Noodles in Instant Pot recipe
- Place the Instant Pot Liner inside the 6 quart Instant Pot and plug it in.
- Break 1 lb spaghetti or fettuccine into halves. Add these to the inner pot in a matted order or fan order. Check this you-tube from my channel to watch how I place my noodles in the IP. Add 4 cups of water and Pressure cook on high followed by QPR. For this recipe you want al-dente noodles. My packet read 8-10 minutes on gas top. I cooked for 3 minutes followed by QPR which takes about 2 minutes. Therefore the noodles get about 5 minutes in cooking including the pressure release time.
- Drain the spaghetti and separate the noodles with a fork. Set aside. Wipe the bottom of the Inner Pot with Kitchen Towel. Put it back inside the instant pot.
- Press Saute and set on medium. When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After few seconds, add chopped garlic and saute for a 30-45 seconds till garlic brown nicely. Add bell peppers and saute further for 1 minute. Now add Soy Sauce, Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce-, Sriracha, Salt and Pepper. Give a good stir with a stirrer.
- Now add the cooked spaghetti (noodles of your choice) back to the pot. Add chopped scallions. Give it all a good toss using the tongs.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve warm.
Another way of making this recipe as a One Pot Recipe
- Place the Instant Pot Liner inside the 6 quart Instant Pot and plug it in.
- Press Saute and set on medium. When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After few seconds, add chopped garlic and saute for a 30-45 seconds till garlic brown nicely. Add bell peppers and saute further for 1 minute. Now add Soy Sauce, Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce-, Sriracha, Salt and Pepper. Give a good stir with a stirrer.
- Cancel Saute. Add the spaghetti to the pot on top of the sauces. Add 4 cups of water/broth and Pressure cook on high for 4 minutes. Follow QPR. Open the lid. Separate the noodles with a fork. Add scallions and sesame seeds and toss together with tongs. Serve warm.
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Easy Vegetarian Instant Pot Garlic Noodles Recipe
Instant Pot Garlic Noodles Recipe
Equipment
- Inner Pot
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound or 16 ounce Spaghetti or use fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
- 10-12 cloves Garlic finely chopped
- 6 stalks Green Onions / Scallions finely sliced (white + Green part)
- 1/2 cup Bell peppers thinly sliced
- 4 cups Water
Condiments
- 4 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce see notes for substitute
- 1/2 tbsp Sriracha or any Asian Hot Sauce
- To Taste Salt & Pepper
Instructions
Gather Ingredients. Read the recipe before starting. Always read the notes for more options.
My fav way of Cooking Garlic Noodles in IP - 2 step process
Cooking Spaghetti in IP
- Place the Instant Pot Liner inside the 6 quart Instant Pot and plug it in. Break 1 lb spaghetti or fettuccine into halves. Add these to the inner pot in a matted order or fan order. Check this you-tube from my channel to watch how I place my noodles in the IP. Add 4 cups of water and Pressure cook on high followed by QPR. For this recipe you want al-dente noodles. My packet read 8-10 minutes on gas top. I cooked for 3 minutes followed by QPR which takes about 2 minutes. Therefore the noodles get about 5 minutes in cooking including the pressure release time. Drain the spaghetti and separate the noodles with a fork. Set aside. Wipe the bottom of the Inner Pot with Kitchen Towel. Put it back inside the instant pot.
Cooking Noodles in Garlic Sauce
- Press Saute and set on medium. When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After few seconds, add chopped garlic and saute for a 30-45 seconds till garlic brown nicely. Add bell peppers and saute further for 1 minute. Now add Soy Sauce, Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce-, Sriracha, Salt and Pepper. Give a good stir with a stirrer. Now add the cooked spaghetti (noodles of your choice) back to the pot. Add chopped scallions. Give it all a good toss using the tongs. Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve warm.
1 step Garlic Noodles in IP
- Place the Instant Pot Liner inside the 6 quart Instant Pot and plug it in. Press Saute and set on medium. When the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After few seconds, add chopped garlic and saute for a 30-45 seconds till garlic brown nicely. Add bell peppers and saute further for 1 minute. Now add Soy Sauce, Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce-, Sriracha, Salt and Pepper. Give a good stir with a stirrer. Cancel Saute. Add the spaghetti to the pot on top of the sauces. Add 4 cups of water/broth and Pressure cook on high for 4 minutes. Follow QPR. Open the lid. Separate the noodles with a fork. Add scallions and sesame seeds and toss together with tongs. Serve warm.
Gas Top Instructions
- This recipe can easily be made on gas -top. Boil the pasta separately and drain. Saute the garlic and add sauces followed by boiled pasta. Toss it all together. If you are using any vegetables then you will add those after sauteeing the garlic. Finish with the garnish and serve hot.
Notes
What kind of Noodles can I use for this recipe?
I have used Spaghetti in this recipe. But Fettuccine & linguine will work really good in this recipe too.What can I use in place of Vegetarian Hoisin Sauce?
In case you do not have vegetarian hoisin, use Ketchup instead. Believe me that sweet and tart taste of ketchup brings it together.What kind of Vegetables can I use for this recipe?
Although this recipe does not need any vegetables, but you can personalize it with the vegetables. I often use classic coleslaw that has finely shredded cabbage and carrots in it. Broccoli, carrots, green beans, bell peppers are some vegetables that you can use in the recipe.Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes you can. Make it ahead of time and re-heat and use when ready to eat.Can I half the recipe?
Yes you can make this recipe with 8 ounce noodles instead of 1 pound (16 ounce) noodles.Does the time vary when I half or double the quantity?
The time will remain the same. Most of the long pasta/noodles take 10-12 minutes on gas top. Therefore for Instant pot cooking, we will half the time to 5 minutes and follow QPR (quick pressure release).How to re-heat the leftovers?
You can either microwave it with a spritz of water or re-heat on gas top in a large pan with little water.Tips and Tricks for making Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
When making garlic noodles at home, here are some tips and tricks to make it easy and delicious:- If you don’t have spaghetti on hand, you can use linguine, thin spaghetti noodles, angel hair pasta or any long pasta/noodle.
- If you do not want to chop the garlic, then you could use pre chopped garlic found in most grocery stores or use a garlic press to easily mince the garlic.
- You can easily Double the recipe or even half the recipe . The time will remain the same.
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I am sure you are going to make this recipe soon. Please leave your feedback in the comments section.
Thanks,
Sonal
Wow, very flavorful dish. The whole family loved it, from husband to my 2 year old, and the kids in between. Simple to put together and most ingredients had on hand.
So glad to hear that ☺️
This is really good. I added a bag of Broccoli Slaw. Next time I will add 2 bags.
This recipe with simple ingredients is so freaking flavorful! I cooked the pasta with all sauces and fried garlic in instant pot. Added fried veggies after opening the lid. This will be my week night to go recipe for sure. Thank you!
This was so easy and was a HUGE hit in my house…my only modifications were that I added shredded carrots and snap peas. This is in our new rotation now. Love it!
Thanks so much for the feedback 🙂
Wonderful recipe. I cook this on rotation. Only modification is to add carrots and cabbage. It’s quick to cook in mornings for kids lunch boxes. Stays great in thermos container.
Thank you so much Meethi
Adding this to my list of another favorite recipe for my Instant Pot! So delicious, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights, indeed!
Yes it’s super easy 🙂
Oh yum! I love all the flavors and how easily the noodles come together in the instant pot. Such a delicious weeknight meal.
Thanks so much 🙂
This was such an easy and simple recipe to make for dinner last night! And best of all, my picky kids loved it!
Yay .. win win
My daughter loves quick and easy noodle recipes. She loved this recipe. So fast and tasty!
Thanks so much for the feedback 🙂
I’m always amazed at all of the recipes that you can make in your instant pot,and this one might be my favourite yet!! This is definitely going to be on my regular dinner rotation, thanks so much for the recipe 🙂
I am so glad that you liked the recipe 🙂
Another great dish Sonal! I am looking forward to trying this garlic noodles recipes.
Thanks so much Mirlene
These look so good, I can’t wait to make them! By sesame oil, do you mean regular sesame oil (hard to find here) or toasted sesame oil?
I used toasted sesame oil…I think that is more commonly available
These noodles were delicious! I made them with the cole slaw veggies that you recommended and everyone loved it. Thanks for the recipe!
You are a sweetheart Colleen
Love the dish and love the flavors. Yummy sauces. Perfect meal for Dinner. My family to love it.
Thanks Veena 🙂
I quick, easy, and delicious. My 3yo ate two bowls she loved it so much. New favorite for a quick meal!
Awww thanks so much for the feedback. Give the little munchkin a big hug
Super easy and love that I can make it in the instant pot! My kids love these noodles 🙂
Yay
Such an easy and quick dinner. My family devoured these noodles!
Super happy to know that
What a simple and delicious dinner recipe! Love that I can use the Instant Pot to make easy dinner.
Absolutely yes
I would never have thought to use pasta for an Aisian or purely Chinese dish as pasta is Italian, but what the heck it looks great. I might try it instead of noodles next time.
You will love it!!! Spaghetti works sooo well for Asian recipes in Instant pot!
I can’t stop eating these noodles they are AMAZING! THANK YOU! 🙂
Great recipe! Can’t wait to try it in my instant pot.
Aww thanks
These noodles sound so flavourful and delicious and super simple to make!
Thanks Bintu 🙂
This looks like such a yummy dish. I’ve never tried vegetarian hoisin. Excited to try.
Thanks
These noodles were a hit with my kids! They were super easy to make and so tasty, everyone loved them!
Thanks so much Anjali
Quick, simple and easy and a combination of all the yummy sauces makes it special. Lovely Dinner platter.
Thanks so much Veena
What happens if I use regular hoisin sauce? I don’t think I’ve ever seen vegetarian hoisin sauce but I like most people have the regular hoisin. Thank you for the recipe. I’m excited to try it!
If you are not vegetarian then use regular. Whole Foods sells vegetarian hoisin sauce.