Craving a meal that's both incredibly delicious and lightning-fast to prepare? Look no further than this sensational Spinach Noodle Bowl with Ginger! In just 25 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy dish that will make your taste buds dance and your body thank you. Packed with vibrant spinach, aromatic ginger, and perfectly cooked noodles, this Asian-inspired recipe is about to become your new go-to weeknight dinner solution that proves healthy eating can be absolutely mouthwatering.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g spinach noodles
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Carefully add spinach noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 3-4 minutes, until they are tender but still have a slight bite. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While noodles are cooking, prepare your other ingredients. Grate fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater. Mince garlic cloves finely.
- When noodles are cooked, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain noodles in a colander and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add fresh spinach to the pot and quickly stir, allowing it to wilt for about 1-2 minutes. The spinach should turn bright green and become tender.
- Return cooked noodles to the pot. Add soy sauce and reserved pasta water, tossing everything together until noodles are evenly coated and spinach is distributed.
- Transfer noodles to serving bowls. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top as a garnish.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the aromatic ginger and fresh spinach flavors.
Tips
- Choose high-quality spinach noodles for the best texture and flavor. Fresh or dried both work well.
- Don't overcook the noodles - they should have a slight bite (al dente) to maintain their texture.
- Use fresh ginger if possible, as it provides a more intense and vibrant flavor compared to pre-ground ginger.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining - the starchy liquid helps create a silky sauce that coats the noodles perfectly.
- For extra protein, consider adding tofu, shredded chicken, or scrambled eggs to make the dish more substantial.
- Toast the sesame seeds briefly in a dry pan before garnishing to enhance their nutty flavor.
- If you like heat, add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
