Instant Pot Teriyaki Noodles
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Instant Pot Teriyaki Noodles is a delicious recipe to make. Sweet and Spicy Teriyaki Sauce coats the noodles and then tender crisp vegetables top the noodles beautifully.
Therefore it is a perfect Asian Instant Pot Dinner recipe to make on any week-night.
Super Yummy Instant Pot Teriyaki Noodles Recipe
Noodles are regular on the menu in my household. We all love some good noodles weekly. And if you ask me, I can just live off these guys.
Now this is one meal that you will thank me forever. It is so quick and easy to make that you can make it even on a busy week-night. No need to do a take out. Just few ingredients and boom, you have a great meal.
Have you checked our Vegetable Noodles, Kung Pao Noodles, Thai Curry Noodles yet? Since these all are made in Instant Pot, they are perfect for any day meals. One Pot Meals are the best, aren’t they?
What kind of Noodles to use for the recipe?
Now this is the most important part of making noodles. I tried this recipe with few kinds of noodles and finally settled with the hakka noodles that are round in shape.
Another important thing to keep in mind is to use the noodles that cook quick. These say 3 minutes to cook on gas top. So a total of 1 minute and QPR works wonders. Moreover the vegetables that cook with it still hold the byte.
Therefore when you pick up noodles for your IP Noodles, make sure that –
- These are preferably round in shape. Because of their shape, they do not stick to each other and come out beautifully separated.
- The noodles should preferably be made with Wheat flour for this recipe.
- Use the noodles that quick fast.
- I have used HIMALAYAN DELIGHT VEGETARIAN HAKKA NOODLES for this recipe. And it comes out excellent every single time. You may use any noodles that are good for chow-mein or lo-mein. Just spread them out like you do in pasta and then separate them after cooking. Check the instructions here.
Most important thing that you need to remember is that the TIMING TO COOK EVERY KIND OF NOODLE DIFFERS IN INSTANT POT.
The Rule Of Thumb is – Water/liquid till the level of the noodles. Half the time from what is mentioned at the back of the noodles packet. After cooking, follow QPR (quick pressure release). This gives perfect al-dente texture.
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I use the noodles that are cooked in 3 minutes on gas-top. Hence these noodles take 1 minute in IP and follow QPR (quick pressure release).
Ingredients of the Noodles Recipe
You will be surprised to know how few ingredients can make a delicious meal. Here is the list.
- Noodles or Spaghetti or Rice Noodles – I have used round noodles for this recipe.
- Teriyaki Asian Sauce, store bought – you can buy either Fusion Asia or Insta Meals.
- Ginger Paste or freshly minced
- Garlic Paste or freshly minced
- Dark Soy Sauce
- Sambel Olek or Sriracha
- Water
- Lime Wedges
- 3 to 4 cups of Fresh or Frozen Vegetables – Use carrots, Spring Onions, string beans, broccoli, bell pepper, white onion zucchini etc.
- Sesame seeds, optional
WHAT CAN I USE IF I CANNOT FIND THE ROUND HAKKA NOODLES?
Although my first preference is the round shaped quick cooking Hakka Noodles, but here is what I suggest will work fine.
- Spaghetti – use the kind that cooks fast.
- Loosely packed Noodles that cook quick (not ramen).
HOW DO I USE FROZEN VEGETABLES FOR THIS RECIPE?
Make sure to thaw the frozen vegetables before adding. Or else it takes for ever to cook them in closed lid and by that time noodles get mushed. You can use small frozen bag of oriental or Asian stir fry mix vegetables.
CAN I USE HOME MADE TERIYAKI SAUCE?
Yes of course. You can use either the home made or store bought sauce for this recipe. Since every brand tastes different, pick the one that you like.
Kitchen Equipment for the Recipe
- Instant Pot 6 quart
- Inner Pot
- Kitchen Tongs
- Kitchen Spatula
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Chopping Board & Knife
WHAT IS THE TEXTURE OF THE VEGETABLES IN THIS RECIPE?
I normally cook only onion and carrots with the noodles. Rest I add after the noodles are cooked. And then close the lid and let them stand for 3-4 minutes. They steam well and with a byte. If you plan to cook all the vegetables with the noodles, the chances are that few of those will become mushy, especially cabbage, bell peppers and broccoli. So choose and plan wisely.
CAN I ADJUST THE SEASONING IN THE RECIPE?
I am a huge advocate of personalizing the recipes. Although the flavors and seasonings in this recipe hit the spot right, but you can definitely add more later on like soy sauce, vinegar and hot sauce. It is better to cook with apt amount of seasoning and then add more later if needed.
NO SALT IN THE RECIPE?
Since most of the condiments and stock used in the recipe already have so much salt, I did not feel any need to add more salt to it. If you think you want more salt then add later. My bet is that you will be fine without adding more.
Although it is a complete meal in itself, you can serve it with manchurian (vegetable balls in hot garlic sauce), and Asian Sweet corn soup to make it a complete meal.
SOME OTHER INSTANT POT ASIAN RECIPES FROM THE BLOG –
Red Thai Curry, Green Thai Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Curry Noodles and more.
INSTANT POT EASY DESSERTS –
New York Cheesecake in Jar, Chocolate Cheesecake in Jar, Pumpkin Cheesecake in Jar, Red Velvet Cake, Chocolate Cake in Jar and more.
HOW TO MAKE TERIYAKI NOODLES IN INSTANT POT?
Instant Pot Teriyaki Noodles Easy Recipe
Equipment
- Instant Pot 6 quart or Mealthy Multipot
- Measuring Spoons, Measuring Cups, Stirring Spoon,
- Chopping board and knife
- Inner Pot
- Instant Pot Tongs
- Kitchen Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
- 14 ounce or 400 grams Hakka Noodles
- 14-15 ounce or 2 cups Teriyaki Sauce store bought or home-made
- 1 tbsp Ginger paste or freshly grated
- 1 tbsp Garlic paste or freshly grated
- 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce or use light
- 1 tbsp Sambel Olek or Sriracha optional, check your sauce if its sweet then use this or skip it completely
- 4 cups Water
Produce
- 1 small White Onion thinly sliced
- 1 medium Carrot cut into thick match-stick size, about 3 inches long
- 1 cup Cabbage shredded
- 1/2 cup Green String Beans
- 1 cup Bell Peppers mixed color, chopped into thick slices
- 2 stalks Spring Onions cut diagonally
- Use handful of Broccoli and Sugar Snap Peas if you want to
- You may use any seasonal vegetable
Toppings
- Lime Juice
- Sesame Seeds, toasted
- Cilantro leaves
Instructions
Read the complete post above for better understanding and tips on noodles and other substitutes in the recipe.
Preparing Noodles in Instant Pot
- Keep all the vegetables washed, chopped as directed, and other condiments ready for the recipe.
- Place inner pot inside the IP and plug it in. Press SAUTE & set it on HIGH. Once the screen displays HOT, add oil to it. After few seconds, add thinly sliced onions to it along with ginger paste and garlic paste. Now saute for 2 minutes. Add carrots to it. And saute for 1 more minute on high.
- Further add dark soy sauce, Teriyaki Sauce, Sambel Olek/Sriracha to it. Mix well and scrape the bottom of the pan well.
- Now add the hakka noodle rounds on top and make sure to spread them out well. Check the picture in the post above. Pour the Vegetable stock on top of it.
- Close the lid of the IP and set it on SEALING. Press the Pressure cook button and set on HIGH for 1 minute. Why 1 minute? The noodles I used said to be boiled for 3 minutes on the gas top. Therefore I halved the time and pressure cooked for 1 minute.
- Once the timer goes off, do QPR (quick pressure release). Open the lid. And mix well with the IP tongs. It will still be slightly liquidy. No worries on that. The noodles will eventually soak it all up. The noodles are al-dente at this point.
- Add the rest of the vegetables to the Instant Pot. Close the lid again but keep the vent to venting. Let it sit for 3-4 minutes. It will let the vegetables steam well inside with still a good bite.
- Open the lid. Take the tongs and mix the vegetables & noodles well.
- Add sesame seeds, squeeze the lime juice and add cilantro leaves on top. Toss well. Your Instant Pot Teriyaki Noodles are ready to be served.
- NOTE - If you are using the frozen vegetables, then use the thawed vegetables. Either microwave these or take them out in advance. Add these to the noodles. Close the lid as instructed above.
Notes
What kind of noodles to use for this recipe?
Make sure that-- These are preferably round in shape. Because of their shape, they do not stick to each other and come out beautifully separated.
- The noodles should preferably be made with Wheat flour for this recipe.
- Use the noodles that cook fast.
- I have used HIMALAYAN DELIGHT VEGETARIAN HAKKA NOODLES for this recipe. And it comes out excellent every single time. You may use any noodles that are good for chow-mein or lo-mein. Just spread them out like you do in pasta and then separate them after cooking.
What can I use if I cannot find the round hakka noodles?
Although my first preference is the round shaped quick cooking Hakka Noodles, but here is what I suggest will work fine.- Spaghetti - use the kind that cooks fast.
- Loosely packed Noodles that cook quick (not ramen).
Can I use frozen vegetables for this recipe?
Yes you can. Make sure to thaw the frozen vegetables before adding. Or else it takes for ever to cook them in closed lid and by that time noodles get mushed. You can use small frozen bag of oriental or Asian stir fry mix vegetables.Can I adjust the seasoning in the recipe?
I am a huge advocate of personalizing the recipes. Although the flavors and seasonings in this recipe hit the spot right, but you can definitely add more later on like soy sauce, vinegar and hot sauce. It is better to cook with apt amount of seasoning and then add more later if needed. My kids love the level of spices and flavors in it.No salt in the recipe?
Since most of the condiments and stock used in the recipe already have so much salt, I did not feel any need to add more salt to it. If you think you want more salt then add later. My bet is that you will be fine without adding more.SOME OTHER INSTANT POT ASIAN RECIPES FROM THE BLOG –
Red Thai Curry, Green Thai Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Curry Noodles and more.I am sure you will try this recipe soon. Please leave the feedback in the comments section. And do not forget to share on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook.
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